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Glazed Gingerbread Muffins Recipe (Easy and Delicious!)

Glazed Gingerbread Muffins

If you’re looking for a delightful treat that combines the warm spices of gingerbread with the fluffiness of a muffin, look no further than these Glazed Gingerbread Muffins. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert, these muffins are not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 tsp 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 tsp vanilla extract
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Set this mixture aside.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and packed brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Add the eggs to the butter and sugar mixture, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Step 5: Stir in the molasses, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Step 6: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently with a rubber spatula.
  7. Step 7: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each one about two-thirds full.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Step 9: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Step 10: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth to make the glaze.
  11. Step 11: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins and allow to set before serving.

Notes

Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.