Description
Wake up to the enchanting aroma of Glazed Orange Muffins, a perfect blend of fluffy texture and zesty sweetness. These delightful treats are ideal for breakfast or brunch, offering a refreshing twist that will brighten your day. With a simple recipe and easy-to-find ingredients, you can create a batch that captures the essence of sunshine in every bite. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature; they’re sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glazing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, orange juice, melted butter, and orange zest until smooth.
- Gradually pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients while stirring gently until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full with batter and sprinkle additional zest on top if desired.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown; test with a toothpick for doneness.
- For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with orange juice until smooth and drizzle over warm muffins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (66g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg