Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Orange and Cardamom Muffins, a perfect treat to elevate your breakfast or snack time. These muffins showcase a harmonious blend of vibrant orange zest and aromatic cardamom, creating a taste that is both refreshing and warm. Ideal for any occasion, from cozy mornings to festive gatherings, they are quick to prepare and require only simple pantry staples. Whether enjoyed warm with butter or as a standalone snack, these fluffy muffins promise to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 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 (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or by greasing it.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, orange juice, and grated orange zest until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cardamom.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined; some lumps are okay.
- Pour the batter into the muffin tin evenly and sprinkle with sparkling sugar if desired.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 178
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 38mg