Delicious Gingerbread Pear Muffins with a Spiced Twist

Indulge in the warm and inviting flavors of gingerbread paired with fresh, juicy pears in these delectable muffins. With a hint of cozy spices, these muffins are perfect for the holiday season or anytime you crave a comforting treat. They are moist, flavorful, and easy to make, making them a delightful addition to your breakfast or snack menu. Enjoy the heavenly combination of gingerbread and pears in every bite!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the molasses, eggs, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
6. Gently fold in the diced pears.
7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
9. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
10. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

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