Best 3 Holiday Gingerbread Muffins Recipes

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As the holiday season approaches, the air fills with the delightful aroma of freshly baked goodies. Among the many festive treats, gingerbread muffins stand out as a classic favorite. Whether you're hosting a holiday brunch or gathering with loved ones for a cozy afternoon snack, these delectable muffins are sure to bring joy and cheer to your celebration. With their moist texture, warm spices, and a hint of sweetness, gingerbread muffins embody the essence of the holiday spirit. Explore our curated collection of the best holiday gingerbread muffin recipes, each offering a unique twist on this timeless classic. From traditional to modern interpretations, discover the perfect recipe to indulge your taste buds and create lasting memories this holiday season.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GINGERBREAD MUFFINS



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An easy-to-make delightful treat! Irresistible and divine with tea, these gingerbread muffins will fill your kitchen with the smell of the holidays. Passed down to me from my mother-in-law. My husband grew up on these muffins and still loves them!

Provided by Melissa Kosswig

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup white sugar
¼ cup applesauce
¼ cup molasses
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 egg
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ cup boiling water
1 teaspoon white sugar, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Combine 1/2 cup sugar, applesauce, molasses, vegetable oil, and egg in a medium bowl; beat with an electric mixer until combined.
  • Stir together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg in a separate bowl. Add flour mixture to applesauce mixture, stirring until combined. Add water; mix until well combined. Pour batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Sprinkle lightly with remaining sugar.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 13.6 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 210.4 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

HOLIDAY GINGERBREAD MUFFINS



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A wonderful treat to make for the holidays. If you make Gingerbread or fruitcake (heh) you really should try something different like these, You just might love them! 8)

Provided by OceanIvy

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 egg
1/4 cup applesauce
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 cup boiling water
sugar, to sprinkle

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Grease 12 muffin cup/tins.
  • In medium bowl, beat the egg, applesauce, oil, molasses and 1/2 cup sugar.
  • Combine dry ingredients in a medium bowl and add to first mixture.
  • Stir in the water, mixing well.
  • Fill the muffin cups two-thirds full.
  • Lightly sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes or until done.

HOLIDAY BREAKFAST GINGERBREAD MUFFINS



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Make and share this Holiday Breakfast Gingerbread Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup hard margarine, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2/3 cup mild molasses
1/4 cup milk
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Cream margarine and sugar together in large bowl.
  • Beat in eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add molasses and milk.
  • Beat until mixed.
  • Combine remaining 7 ingredients in medium bowl.
  • Add to margarine mixture.
  • Stir until just moistened.
  • Fill greased muffin cups 3/4 full.
  • Bake in 375°F oven for about 20 minutes until wooden pick inserted in centre of muffin comes out clean.
  • Let stand in pan for 5 minutes before turning out onto wire rack to cool.
  • Company's Coming Home for The Holidays.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.3, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 56.3, Sodium 308.4, Carbohydrate 42.9, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 18.9, Protein 4

Tips:

  • Use fresh ginger for the best flavor. Grate it yourself to avoid a bitter taste.
  • If you don't have molasses, you can substitute an equal amount of honey or maple syrup. However, molasses will give your muffins a more authentic gingerbread flavor.
  • Be sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the batter, making your muffins light and airy.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in tough muffins.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking will dry out the muffins.
  • Let the muffins cool completely before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

These holiday gingerbread muffins are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are moist and flavorful, with a perfectly spiced gingerbread flavor. The cream cheese frosting is the perfect finishing touch, adding a touch of sweetness and richness. Whether you are serving them for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these muffins are sure to be a hit.

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