"Minced gingerroot and dried orange peel enhance the taste of these spiced muffins. I especially love the whipped ginger butter served with these holiday treats. —Susan Bracken, State College, Pennsylvania..."
INGREDIENTS
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1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
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3 teaspoons grated orange zest
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1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon baking soda
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2 large eggs, lightly beaten
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1 cup cold mashed sweet potatoes (prepared without milk and butter)
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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GINGER BUTTER:
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1/2 cup butter, softened
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2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger