Gingerbread Pear Muffins
Warm your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of Gingerbread Pear Muffins, a delightful fusion of holiday-inspired spices and the natural sweetness of fresh pears. These moist and fluffy muffins combine ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg with the rich essence of molasses to create a perfectly spiced base. The addition of diced ripe pears adds a juicy burst of flavor in every bite, making these muffins an ideal treat for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack. Topped with a light sprinkle of sugar for a touch of crunch, these easy-to-make muffins bake up in just 20 minutes, offering a comforting taste of the season. Serve them with a cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate fall or winter indulgence! Perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple homemade treat, this muffin recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cups brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cups unsulphured molasses
- 2 large eggs
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 1.5 cups ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for sprinkling on top)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter, brown sugar, and molasses together until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir the milk and vanilla extract into the wet mixture until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Gently fold in the diced pears, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Using a spoon or a large cookie scoop, divide the batter evenly between the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
If desired, sprinkle a pinch of granulated sugar on top of each muffin for added sweetness and crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins pair wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3185 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 115.1 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.6 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 652 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 2760 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 503.8 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.5 g | 73% | |
| Total Sugars | 287.2 g | ||
| Protein | 45.8 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 792 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 3118 mg | 66% | |
*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.
