Spiced Gingerbread Muffins
These delightful Spiced Gingerbread Muffins are perfect for the holiday season and are easy to make ahead of time. The rich and warm flavors of ginger, allspice, and molasses come together to create a moist and tender muffin that is sure to impress. The convenient refrigerator storage allows you to prepare the batter in advance, giving you the flexibility to bake fresh muffins whenever you're ready. Packed with comforting spices, these muffins also make a thoughtful gift, bringing holiday cheer to friends and family.
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Servings
200
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
shortening
1 cup (softened)
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
dark molasses
1 cup (unsulfured)
eggs
4 (large)
baking soda
2 teaspoons (dissolved in buttermilk)
buttermilk
1 cup (room temperature)
all-purpose flour
4 cups (sifted)
ground ginger
1 tablespoon (freshly ground)
ground allspice
1 teaspoon (freshly ground)
ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (freshly grated)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, cream the shortening until smooth and fluffy. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to beat until the mixture is light and airy.
2
Stir in the dark molasses until fully incorporated. Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is mixed in thoroughly before adding the next.
3
In a separate bowl, dissolve the baking soda in the buttermilk and set aside.
4
In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, allspice, and nutmeg to create a spice-flour mix.
5
Alternate adding the spice-flour mixture and the buttermilk to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition until smooth.
6
Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator until you're ready to bake. The batter can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 weeks.
7
When you are ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease your muffin pans and spoon the batter into each cup, filling them about two-thirds full.
8
Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition Information
10g
Fat
30g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spiced Gingerbread Muffins?
Spiced Gingerbread Muffins are a moist and tender holiday treat featuring rich flavors of ginger, allspice, and molasses.
Can I make the muffin batter in advance?
Yes, the batter can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
What is the recommended baking temperature for these muffins?
The muffins should be baked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
How long should the muffins bake?
The muffins typically bake for approximately 20 minutes.
How do I know when the muffins are finished baking?
The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What spices are used in this gingerbread recipe?
This recipe uses ground ginger, ground allspice, and ground nutmeg.
What type of molasses is required?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of dark, unsulfured molasses.
How many eggs are needed for the batter?
The recipe requires 4 large eggs.
How should I prepare the baking soda?
The 2 teaspoons of baking soda should be dissolved in the buttermilk before being added to the mixture.
What is the fat source in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 cup of softened shortening.
How much sugar is used in the muffins?
The recipe requires 1 cup of granulated sugar.
What type of flour is recommended?
You should use 4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
How much ginger is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of ground ginger.
What is the purpose of refrigerator storage for this batter?
It allows you to prepare the batter in advance and bake fresh muffins whenever you are ready.
How full should I fill the muffin cups?
The muffin cups should be filled about two-thirds full.
Should the buttermilk be cold?
The recipe specifies using 1 cup of room temperature buttermilk.
How many calories are in one muffin?
Each muffin contains approximately 200 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each muffin has 10 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a muffin?
There are 30 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of these muffins?
Each muffin provides 2 grams of protein.
How should I store the batter?
The batter should be covered with plastic wrap and stored in the refrigerator.
Can these muffins be given as gifts?
Yes, they make a thoughtful and cheering holiday gift for friends and family.
What is the first step in mixing the batter?
The first step is to cream the shortening until smooth and fluffy, then gradually add the sugar.
How should I add the eggs?
Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is mixed in thoroughly before adding the next.
What is the method for adding the flour and buttermilk?
You should alternate adding the spice-flour mixture and the buttermilk to the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition.
Do I need to grease the muffin pans?
Yes, you should grease the muffin pans before spooning in the batter.
How should the muffins be cooled?
Allow them to cool slightly in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients in this recipe.
Is this a quick bread recipe?
Yes, these muffins are categorized as a type of quick bread.
What is the texture of these muffins?
The muffins are described as being moist and tender.