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Glazed Gingerbread Muffins

Glazed Gingerbread Muffins
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Indulge in the warmth of the holiday season with these delightful Glazed Gingerbread Muffins. Infused with rich spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, each muffin is a cozy treat perfect for festive gatherings or a comforting breakfast. Topped with a zesty lemon glaze that adds a refreshing twist, these muffins are bound to be a hit with family and friends. Easy to prepare and incredibly versatile, they can be enjoyed on their own or paired with your favorite hot beverage. Whether you’re sharing them at a holiday party or enjoying them during a quiet morning at home, these moist gingerbread muffins will bring cheer to any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup un-sulphured or dark molasses
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (cut into smaller pieces)
  • 2â…” cup flour
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1½ tsp baking soda
  • 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup sour cream (or plain yogurt, room temperature)
  • ½ cup whole milk (room temperature)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • Coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice (to taste)
  • 1–2 tbsp milk, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and prepare a muffin tray.
  2. In a glass bowl, microwave molasses and butter until melted; stir and cool slightly.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, spices, baking soda, and salt.
  4. Mix brown sugar, sour cream, milk, and egg into the cooled molasses mixture.
  5. Combine both mixtures gently until just combined.
  6. Fill muffin tray to the top with batter; optionally sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  7. Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F; then reduce heat to 350°F and bake for an additional 11-14 minutes until cooked through.
  8. Cool briefly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Prepare the lemon glaze by mixing powdered sugar and lemon juice; drizzle over cooled muffins.

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