Orange and Cardamom Muffins
Delightful Orange and Cardamom Muffins combine the bright citrus flavor of fresh oranges with the warm spice of cardamom, creating a unique treat perfect for any time of day. Whether enjoyed at breakfast, as a brunch centerpiece, or as a tasty snack alongside your afternoon tea, these muffins are easy to prepare and sure to impress. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, you can whip up a batch using simple pantry ingredients that will quickly become a family favorite. Their fragrant aroma and fluffy texture make them not only delicious but also a delightful gift for friends and loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- zest of 1 large orange, grated
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp sparkling sugar (or regular sugar)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by greasing it or lining with muffin liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, orange juice, and grated orange zest until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until no dry flour remains; avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin tin slots and sprinkle sparkling sugar on top.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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