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Bakery-Style Gingerbread Muffins Recipe

Bakery-Style Gingerbread Muffins

Welcome to the delightful world of bakery-style gingerbread muffins! These moist, spiced treats are perfect for cozy mornings or anytime you crave a sweet indulgence. With their rich flavor of molasses and warm spices, these muffins not only fill your kitchen with a heavenly aroma but also warm your heart with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.75 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup unsulfured molasses
  • 0.5 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Toothpick or cake tester
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, spices, and salt.
  4. Step 4: In another bowl, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, and egg. Beat together, then stir in molasses, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring gently.
  6. Step 6: Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 18-20 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Step 8: Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Step 9: Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Notes

These muffins can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. They also freeze well for longer storage.