Bakery-style Ginger Pear Muffins – tender, homemade muffins with fresh ginger and pear. A wholesome breakfast that tastes like it came from a bakery and is a delightful way to start the day.

Ginger Pear Muffins

If you enjoy the warm spice of ginger and the soft sweetness of pears, these muffins are for you. They’re simple to prepare and yield moist, flavorful muffins with a subtle hint of nutmeg. Fresh ginger brightens the pear’s delicate flavor, creating a balanced muffin that works equally well for breakfast or a snack.

Pears are lovely fruit to bake with—their texture holds up nicely in batter and they add natural sweetness and moisture. I was surprised how much I enjoyed using fresh pears instead of canned; they give these muffins a fresher, livelier taste. I’ve also tried a version using cardamom instead of ginger, which was excellent, and I’m planning a spiced pear chai oatmeal next. These muffins are a great base for experimenting with spices and add-ins.

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Yield: 12

Ginger Pear Muffins

Homemade muffins that taste like they came from a bakery—fresh ginger and pear combine for a wholesome breakfast treat.

Prep Time
10 minutes

Cook Time
25 minutes

Total Time
35 minutes

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups pears, finely diced
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole wheat flour
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup coconut oil (or butter)
1 egg
3 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely chopped
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a muffin tin with liners or spray the pan well.
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and a pinch of nutmeg. Stir in the melted coconut oil, Greek yogurt, egg, and chopped fresh ginger until just combined. Gently fold in the diced pears.
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups. Reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 23–25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the tops are golden. Let cool slightly before serving.

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