Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of bright orange zest and warm cardamom with these Orange and Cardamom Muffins. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, these easy-to-make muffins are a treat for any time of day. With their aromatic flavor profile and fluffy texture, they are sure to brighten your mornings and impress your guests. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a batch of these fragrant muffins that are not only delicious but also versatileโserve them warm or at room temperature!
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, 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 your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC) and prepare a muffin tin by greasing it or lining it with muffin liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, vegetable oil, milk, orange juice, and grated orange zest until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the muffin tins and sprinkle with sparkling sugar.
- Bake for 20 to 22 minutes or until golden brown; use a toothpick to check for doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For extra flavor depth, consider adding chopped nuts or dried fruits. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze individually for up to three months.