Holiday Gingerbread Muffins

Fill your home with the warm, spiced aromas of the season with these irresistible Holiday Gingerbread Muffins. Bursting with the cozy flavors of molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these festive muffins are the perfect treat for any holiday gathering or wintry morning. Crafted in just 35 minutes, they feature a tender, moist crumb thanks to a blend of brown sugar and whole milk, while the optional dusting of powdered sugar adds a delicate, snow-kissed finish. Whether you’re serving them as a breakfast centerpiece or pairing them with a cup of mulled cider, these gingerbread muffins are sure to bring holiday cheer with every delicious bite. Perfect for Christmas baking or seasonal celebrations, this recipe combines simplicity with classic holiday flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups molasses
• 2 large eggs
• 0.75 cups whole milk
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and molasses. Whisk until smooth.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the wet ingredients are fully combined.

Step 6

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

If desired, dust the cooled muffins with powdered sugar for a festive touch before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	992.3 grams (992.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3112

Total Fat 114.90g	147%
Saturated Fat 67.60g	338%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 652mg	217%
Sodium 3034mg	132%
Total Carbohydrate 485.20g	176%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 290.20g
Protein 44.30g	89%

Vitamin D 161IU	803%
Calcium 826mg	64%
Iron 22mg	123%
Potassium 3272mg	70%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.8%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 61.6%