Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors with these Orange and Cardamom Muffins. Bursting with the fresh zest of oranges and the warm, aromatic notes of cardamom, these muffins are a perfect treat for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch that fills your kitchen with a comforting aroma, making them an elegant addition to any gathering or cozy morning at home. Their tender texture and subtle sweetness pair beautifully with coffee or tea, ensuring they will be a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- Zest of 1 large orange (finely grated)
- 1 tsp ground cardamom (or 1 1/2 tsp for more flavor)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp sparkling sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
- In one bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, orange juice, and orange zest until combined.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cardamom until even.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; small lumps are fine.
- Fill muffin tins two-thirds full and sprinkle sparkling sugar on top.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 103mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 37mg