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Cozy Gingerbread Coffeecake Muffins

Cozy Gingerbread Coffeecake Muffins for a Warm Home Vibe

These Cozy Gingerbread Coffeecake Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional baking, perfect for chilly mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour creates the perfect base and texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder helps the muffins rise beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda adds extra leavening for a light, fluffy muffin.
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger infuses a warm, zesty flavor that defines gingerbread.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adds a comforting, sweet spice.
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg offers a subtle earthy depth to the flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances the overall taste balance of the muffins.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter provides richness, making the muffins tender.
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar lends moisture and a deep, caramel-like flavor.
  • 2 large eggs bind the ingredients and add structure.
  • ½ cup molasses brings in that classic gingerbread sweetness and chewy texture.
  • 1 cup sour cream keeps the muffins moist and adds a slight tang.
  • ½ cup chopped nuts optional for a crunchy texture.
  • ½ cup chopped crystallized ginger optional to enhance the ginger flavor with sweetness.

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar creates a sweet finishing touch to your muffins.
  • 2 tablespoons milk thins the glaze for that perfect drizzle consistency.

Instructions
 

Baking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  • Whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt in a bowl.
  • Beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy in a mixing bowl.
  • Mix in eggs and then add molasses and sour cream, stirring until combined.
  • Gradually combine the dry and wet mixtures, folding in nuts and ginger if using.
  • Spoon batter into muffin tins, filling each cup two-thirds full.
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Prepare glaze by whisking powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
  • Drizzle the glaze over cooled muffins before serving.

Notes

For best results, ensure room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing the batter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword Baking, Cozy Gingerbread Coffeecake Muffins, gingerbread, Homemade, muffins, winter
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