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Maybe you have never considered pairing mulled wine with gingerbread, but it’s a combination made in foodie heaven; right up there with peanut butter and chocolate or blueberry and lemon. It’s also the perfect combination for a cold winter’s eve, and as always – simple to make!
I started with a Wine Barrel Gourmet Mulled Wine Muffin Mix.
Mulled Wine Muffin Mix
Add 3/4 cup molasses, 1/2 cup canola oil, 1/4 cup red wine, and 1/2 cup water or orange juice. Stir to combine, and bake in a greased, 8 x 8 inch pan at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Let cool completely.
Prepare frosting – beat together 1/4 cup butter (at room temperature), 2…
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