Description

Experience the delightful fusion of citrus and spice with these Orange and Cardamom Muffins. Bursting with zesty orange flavor and aromatic cardamom, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack anytime. Their light, fluffy texture paired with a hint of warmth from the spices makes them an irresistible treat that everyone will love. Plus, they’re easy to prepare, making them an ideal choice for both novice and seasoned bakers. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or save some for later; they freeze beautifully!

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
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)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease it.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and orange juice until well combined.
In another bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cardamom.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tins and sprinkle each with sparkling sugar.
Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (65g)
Calories: 190
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg