Date And Maple Syrup Muffins Recipe

Name: Date And Maple Syrup Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: melted butter, for greasing; 100 g butter, cubed; 200 g pitted dried dates, finely chopped; 125 ml pure maple syrup; 125 ml water; 250 ml milk; 400 g wholemeal self-rising flour; 1 teaspoon mixed spice; 2 eggs, lightly whisked; 60 ml pure maple syrup, extra; extra butter, at room temperature to serve

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 200u00b0C Brush 12 medium, 80mls (1/3 cup) muffin pans with the melted butter to grease.
2
Place the butter, dates, maple syrup and water in a small saucepan. Cover and heat over medium heat for 6 minutes, stirring Occasionally, or until the butter has melted. (See microwave tip at end of directions.)
3
Remove from the heat and stir in the milk.
4
Sift together flour and mixed spice in large bowl and return husks to bowl.
5
Add date mixture and eggs and stir with a large metal spoon until just combined. Don't overmix - the mixture should be lumpy.
6
Spoon mixture evenly into the greased muffin pans and bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until browned and cooked through when tested with a skewer.
7
Turn muffins onto a wire rack and brush the tops with some of the extra maple syrup. Serve with the extra butter and drizzled with the remaining extra maple syrup.
8
Notes & tips.
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Note: These muffins are great eaten hot from the oven, but are just as delicious at room temperature. They will keep well in an airtight container for up to 2 days. To reheat, place on baking tray, cover with foil and place in oven preheated to 180u00b0C for 10 minutes.
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Microwave tip: place butter, dates, maple syrup and water in a medium heat-resistant, microwave-safe bowl or jug. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes on Medium-High/650watts/70% or until the butter has melted.

773

kcal

Calories

Fat

111

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: melted butter, for greasing, 100 g butter, cubed, 200 g pitted dried dates, finely chopped, 125 ml pure maple syrup, and more.

Yes, Date And Maple Syrup 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.

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Date And Maple Syrup Muffins

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Variations & substitutions

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