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Maple Glazed Gingerbread Muffins Recipe

Maple Glazed Gingerbread Muffins

Welcome to the cozy world of baking with our delightful recipe for Maple Glazed Gingerbread Muffins. These muffins are not only a treat for the taste buds but also a comforting delight that evokes warm memories of holiday gatherings and festive cheer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup molasses
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Maple Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1-2 tbsp milk as needed for consistency

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Cooling Rack
  • Piping Bag or Spoon

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that your muffins bake evenly.
  2. Step 2: Line your muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
  4. Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and packed brown sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy.
  5. Step 5: Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Step 6: Stir in the molasses, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  7. Step 7: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  8. Step 8: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  9. Step 9: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes. To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Step 10: Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  11. Step 11: While your muffins are cooling, whisk together the powdered sugar, maple syrup, and enough milk to achieve your desired glaze consistency.
  12. Step 12: Once the muffins are completely cool, drizzle the maple glaze over the top of each muffin using a piping bag or a spoon.

Notes

These muffins can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.