Easy orange muffins

Brighten your breakfast with these easy orange muffins! Made with butter, milk, eggs, sugar, self-raising flour, and fresh orange juice, these moist and flavorful muffins are the perfect way to start your day. Ready in a snap and bursting with citrus flavor, they’re sure to become a family favorite.

  • 27 Apr 2024
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 10 Servings
  • 6 Ingredients

Easy orange muffins

Orange muffins offer a delightful and refreshing twist to the classic muffin. This easy-to-follow recipe uses simple ingredients to create moist, citrusy muffins perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. The combination of orange juice and zest in the batter imparts a natural sweetness and vibrant flavor, making these muffins a family favorite.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup butter
110g
1/4 cup milk (1% fat)
60g
2 eggs
100g
3/4 cup sugar
150g
2 cups self-raising flour
300g
1 cup orange juice
200g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with cooking spray.
2. Melt the Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter completely. This should take roughly 15-30 seconds, depending on your microwave. Allow it to cool slightly so it doesn’t cook the eggs when mixed.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and orange juice until well combined.
4. Combine the Sugar: Add the sugar to the wet ingredients and mix until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
5. Incorporate the Flour: Gradually add the self-raising flour into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. It’s important not to over-mix; a few lumps are okay.
6. Fill the Muffin Tin: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Fill each cup about 3/4 full. This will allow enough room for the muffins to rise properly.
7. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. The tops should be golden brown.
8. Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve and Enjoy: Once the muffins are cooled, they are ready to be served. Enjoy them plain, or with a dollop of butter or orange marmalade.

Tips:

- Ensure your butter is at room temperature for easier mixing and a smoother batter.

- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.

- If you prefer, you can add orange zest for an extra burst of citrus flavor.

- Don’t overmix the batter; it prevents the muffins from becoming tough.

- To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the middle of a muffin. If it comes out clean, they are ready.

- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

These easy orange muffins are a simple yet flavorful treat that can be whipped up in no time. With fresh ingredients and these helpful tips, you'll be able to make a batch of delightful muffins that will please anyone's palate. Enjoy these muffins warm with a cup of coffee or tea, and savor the delightful taste of citrus in every bite.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size90 grams
Energy
Calories 280kcal11%
Protein
Protein 5g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 40g11%
Fiber 0.96g3%
Sugar 18g17%
Fat
Fat 11g13%
Saturated 5g18%
Cholesterol 70mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 110ug12%
Choline 40mg7%
Vitamin B1 0.12mg10%
Vitamin B2 0.06mg5%
Vitamin B3 0.49mg3%
Vitamin B6 0.02mg1%
Vitamin B9 20ug5%
Vitamin B12 0.14ug6%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Vitamin E 0.15mg1%
Vitamin K 0.90ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 24mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.07mg0%
Iron, Fe 0.55mg5%
Magnesium, Mg 15mg4%
Phosphorus, P 70mg6%
Potassium, K 110mg3%
Selenium, Se 9ug17%
Sodium, Na 18mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.51mg5%
Water
Water 36g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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