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Spiced Apple Gingerbread Muffins Recipe

Spiced Apple Gingerbread Muffins

Welcome to the delightful world of Spiced Apple Gingerbread Muffins! As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, there’s nothing quite like enjoying a warm muffin fresh from the oven. This recipe combines the sweetness of apples with the rich, warming spices of gingerbread, creating a dish that’s perfect for cozy mornings or festive gatherings.
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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: 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
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar
  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 0.5 cup molasses
  • 1 cup diced apples peeled and cored
  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts optional

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). Prepare your muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing it with cooking spray.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Step 4: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then mix in the molasses.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Fold in the diced apples and walnuts gently using a rubber spatula.
  7. Step 7: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Step 8: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Step 9: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.