Description
Fragrant orange and cardamom muffins bring Mediterranean warmth to your breakfast table. Spiced with aromatic cardamom and zesty orange zest, these tender treats promise a delightful morning indulgence you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
main ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
wet ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) vegetable oil
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) milk
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters) orange juice
- 1 large orange, zested
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
additional ingredients:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
topping:
- 3 tablespoons sparkling sugar (or regular sugar)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by warming it to 350°F (175°C) and setting up the muffin tin with a light butter coating or protective liners.
- Create a harmonious wet mixture by whisking together sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, freshly squeezed orange juice, vibrant orange zest, and fragrant cardamom until thoroughly integrated.
- In a separate vessel, combine the dry ingredients – flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt – using gentle whisking motions to ensure even distribution.
- Merge the wet and dry mixtures with delicate folding techniques, carefully incorporating all ingredients until a uniform batter forms without visible flour pockets.
- Distribute the batter evenly into muffin cavities, filling each approximately three-quarters full, then embellish the surface with a sprinkle of sparkling sugar for textural contrast.
- Position the filled muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-22 minutes, monitoring for a golden-brown perimeter and a risen texture.
- Validate doneness by inserting a toothpick into the muffin’s center – it should emerge with minimal moist crumbs or completely clean.
- Allow the freshly baked muffins to rest briefly in the tin, then carefully transfer to a wire cooling rack to achieve complete temperature equilibration.
Notes
- Elevate your breakfast or brunch with these aromatic muffins that blend the bright citrus of orange with warm, exotic cardamom.
- Handle the batter gently to ensure light, tender muffins with a soft, delicate crumb that melts in your mouth.
- Sparkling sugar adds a delightful crunch and sweet shimmer to the muffin tops, creating a professional bakery-style finish.
- Use fresh orange zest and juice for the most vibrant, authentic citrus flavor that complements the rich, spicy cardamom.
- Check muffins early to prevent overbaking, as a slightly moist center guarantees a perfectly soft texture.
- Store cooled muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer enjoyment of these fragrant treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 226
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 138 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg