Vegan German Lebkuchen Muffins

These vegan muffins capture the warm, spiced flavors of traditional German Lebkuchen cookies, making them a perfect breakfast treat or afternoon snack.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

40 minutes

Calories

245

Level

Easy

Yields

12 servings

Cost

£0.58

Season:

🍂 Autumn

Meal Type:

Breakfast•Snack•Dessert

Cuisine:

British

Ingredients

Servings

2cupsAll-purpose flour(Or gluten-free all-purpose flour blend)

£0.30

2teaspoonsBaking powder

£0.10

0.5teaspoonBaking soda

£0.03

2teaspoonsGround cinnamon

£0.15

1teaspoonGround ginger

£0.10

0.5teaspoonGround cloves

£0.12

0.3teaspoonGround nutmeg

£0.18

0.3teaspoonSalt

£0.01

0.5cupBrown sugar(Packed)

£0.25

0.3cupMaple syrup

£1.20

0.5cupApplesauce(Unsweetened)

£0.40

0.3cupNeutral-flavored oil(Like canola or vegetable oil)

£0.20

1cupPlant-based milk(Almond, soy, or oat milk work well)

£0.55

1teaspoonApple cider vinegar

£0.02

0.5cupChopped almonds

£1.50

0.5cupChopped dried cranberries

£1.00

0.3cupChopped candied orange peel(Optional)

£0.80

Total Cost

£6.91

£0.58 per serving

The Method

1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, maple syrup, applesauce, oil, plant-based milk, and apple cider vinegar.
4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5
Fold in the chopped almonds, dried cranberries, and candied orange peel (if using).
6
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
7
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8
Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (70g)

245 kcal / 1025 kJ

Carbs

34g

13% of RDA

Fat

11g

16% of RDA

Protein

8% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

16 g

18% of RDA

Sodium

140 mg

6% of RDA

Saturated Fat

1 g

5% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, let the batter sit for 15-20 minutes before baking to allow the spices to meld.

Add a drizzle of vegan glaze or a sprinkle of powdered sugar for extra sweetness and presentation.

These muffins are best enjoyed within 2-3 days of baking, but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Muffin tin

Mixing bowls

Whisk

Wine Pairings

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