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Spiced Pear Muffins Recipe

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These Spiced Pear Muffins are a delightful blend of warm spices and juicy, tender pears baked to golden perfection. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, these muffins offer a harmonious balance of sweetness and spice with a moist crumb and aromatic flavor.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk

Fresh Fruit

  • 2 medium ripe pears (peeled and diced, about 1 1/2 cups)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cardamom to evenly distribute the spices throughout the flour mixture.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2 to 3 minutes using a mixer at medium speed.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to fully incorporate them, followed by stirring in the vanilla extract for added aroma and flavor.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet butter mixture alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined to avoid overmixing and keep the muffins tender.
  6. Fold in Pears: Gently fold in the peeled and diced ripe pears, ensuring even distribution without breaking down the fruit too much.
  7. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to give the muffins room to rise.
  8. Bake the Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully baked.
  9. Cool Down: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving to maintain texture and prevent sogginess.

Notes

  • Use ripe pears for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and tender.
  • You can substitute milk with a plant-based alternative for a dairy-free version.
  • These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Feel free to add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans for extra texture.

Keywords: Spiced Muffins, Pear Muffins, Breakfast Muffins, Autumn Muffins, Baked Goods

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