Combine all topping ingredients in bowl. Place 1 tablespoon topping mixture into each greased 1 1/4-inch deep muffin cup.
Combine flour, 1/2 cup brown sugar, baking powder, ginger, salt and baking soda in bowl. Add 1/4 cup butter, yogurt and egg; mix well.
Spoon batter over topping mixture in muffin cups. Bake 20-25 minutes or until tops are golden brown. Cool 3 minutes. Immediately turn onto serving plate.
Serve warm. Top with whipped cream and cherry, if desired.