Description
These glazed orange muffins are bursting with fresh citrus flavor and topped with a sweet, tangy glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these muffins are moist, fluffy, and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Muffins:
- 250 g (2 cups) all-purpose flour
- 150 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) freshly squeezed orange juice
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) milk
- 100 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (from 1–2 oranges)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Orange Glaze:
- 100 g (3/4 cup) powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest (optional)
Instructions
🧁 Preparing the Muffins:
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
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Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Combine the Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, orange juice, milk, melted butter, orange zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Combine Wet and Dry:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
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Fill the Muffin Cups:
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
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Bake:
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
🍊 Preparing the Orange Glaze:
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Mix the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar, orange juice, and orange zest.
- Whisk until smooth and slightly thick but pourable. Add more orange juice if needed to adjust the consistency.
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Glaze the Muffins:
- Once the muffins are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top using a spoon or dip the tops of the muffins into the glaze for a more even coating.
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Set the Glaze:
- Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful breakfast.
- Sprinkle with a bit of extra orange zest for a fresh citrusy aroma.
Notes
- For a more intense orange flavor, you can add a teaspoon of orange extract to the batter.
- These muffins keep well in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, or they can be frozen for up to 2 months.