Citrus Date Muffins Recipe

Name: Citrus Date Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup chopped dates; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 2 tablespoons plus 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 1 cup shortening; 1 cup sugar; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2/3 cup buttermilk; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 to 1/3 cup orange juice; 2 teaspoons grated orange zest

Servings: persons

1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons plus 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 to 1/3 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons grated orange zest

1
In a small bowl, combine dates and pecans; add 2 tablespoons flour. Toss to coat; set aside. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine the baking soda, salt and remaining flour; add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. Fold in the date mixture (batter will be stiff).
2
Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375u00b0 for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.
3
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine glaze ingredients. Cook and stir over low heat until sugar is dissolved. Spoon over warm muffins.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup chopped dates, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 2 tablespoons plus 2 cups all-purpose flour, divided, 1 cup shortening, and more.

Yes, Citrus Date Muffins falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Citrus Date Muffins

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