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Cozy Morning Treat: Irresistible Orange Cardamom Muffins

Cozy Morning Treat: Discover Irresistible Orange Cardamom Muffins!

  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously fragrant muffins infused with orange zest and cardamom, perfect for a cozy morning treat.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/2 cup orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cardamom.
  3. In another bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, eggs, orange zest, and orange juice until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the batter.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a sweeter muffin, add a bit more sugar.
  • These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Feel free to add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor and texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg