Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup pear, diced (fresh or canned)
- ½ cup crystallized ginger, chopped
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground ginger, and cinnamon powder. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sugar, vegetable oil or melted butter, and egg until well combined.
- Add the diced pear and chopped crystallized ginger to the wet mixture.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling them about ¾ full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Per muffin, based on 8 muffins)
Calories: Approx. 250
Fat: Approx. 12g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
Protein: Approx. 4g
Fiber: Approx. 2g
(Note: Nutritional information may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- A unique combination of gingerbread and pears creates a sweet and spicy flavor.
- The texture is moist and soft with a slight crunch from the crystallized ginger.
- The muffins are perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a snack.
User Comments:
- "These muffins are amazing! The combination of ginger and pear is so unique and delicious."
- "I love how moist and soft these muffins are. They are perfect for a morning pick-me-up."
- "These muffins have a great balance of sweet and spicy flavors. The crystallized ginger gives them a nice crunch."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to dice the pear into small pieces to ensure even distribution throughout the muffin batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent tough muffins.
- For best results, use fresh pears instead of canned pears. However, canned pears can be used in a pinch.
