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Spiced Pear Muffins

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Spiced Pear Muffins are a delightful treat that captures the essence of fall with every bite. Bursting with juicy pear chunks and infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, these muffins are soft, fluffy, and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack throughout the day, they can be easily customized to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or frozen for later, these muffins are sure to become a seasonal favorite in your household. Enjoy the cozy flavors of autumn with this easy-to-follow recipe that is both delicious and versatile.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 medium ripe pears (peeled and diced)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing it with cooking spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cardamom.
  3. In a large bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla until well combined.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternating with milk until just combined—avoid overmixing.
  5. Gently fold in diced pears until evenly distributed.
  6. Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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