Description
Zesty “glazed orange muffins” bring sunshine to breakfast tables with Mediterranean charm. Citrus-kissed sweetness and buttery crumb invite bakers to savor each delightful bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 250 g (2 cups) all-purpose flour
- 150 g (¾ cup) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 120 ml (½ cup) freshly squeezed orange juice
- 120 ml (½ cup) milk
- 100 g (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (from 1 orange)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients:
- 100 g (¾ cup) powdered sugar
- 23 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
Instructions
- Calibrate oven temperature to 180C (350F) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or a light grease coating.
- Create a dry ingredient blend by whisking flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Craft a liquid mixture by thoroughly combining eggs, orange juice, milk, melted butter, orange zest, and vanilla extract until achieving a harmonious consistency.
- Gently merge the liquid and dry ingredient mixtures, stirring with minimal agitation to maintain a slightly textured batter.
- Distribute the batter evenly across muffin cups, ensuring each cavity reaches approximately three-quarters full.
- Position the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, verifying doneness by inserting a clean toothpick into the center of a muffin.
- Allow muffins to rest within the tin for five minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire cooling rack to complete the cooling process.
- Optional: Once completely cooled, consider applying a complementary orange glaze for enhanced flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Swap out all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend for those with wheat sensitivities, ensuring the same tender texture.
- Add extra orange zest for a more intense citrus flavor that really pops in every bite.
- Reduce sugar by using natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a healthier twist without compromising taste.
- Fold in fresh blueberries or chopped nuts to create delightful flavor variations that make these muffins even more exciting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 206
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 163 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg