Essence of Orange Muffins Recipe

Name: Essence of Orange Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup milk (can use lowfat); ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice; ½ cup sour cream; 2 large eggs; 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled; 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup sugar; 1 ½ tablespoons baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 orange, zest of; ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 1 ½ cups powdered sugar; 1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Servings: persons

1 cup milk (can use lowfat)
½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
½ cup sour cream
2 large eggs
1 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 ½ tablespoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 orange, zest of
¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

1
Muffins-preheat the oven to 350; grease 8 Texas-size (3 1/2 inches in diameter and 2 inches deep) muffin cups with butter or cooking spray or line them with muffin wrappers.
2
Whisk together the milk, orange juice, sour cream, eggs, and butter in a bowl.
3
Combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
4
Pour the milk mixture into the dry mixture and stir just until the flour is incorporated.
5
Gently fold in the orange zest.
6
Spoon batter into the muffin pan, filling each cup just to the top.
7
Bake for 25 minutes, until they are golden brown around the edges and a pick comes out clean.
8
Cool the muffins in the pans for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack and glaze.
9
Glaze-combine the orange juice, powdered sugar, and zest in a medium bowl; spread the mixture on top of each muffin; serve warm or at room temperature.
10
**Best eaten warm and fresh; can add 1cup fresh seasonal fruit such as raspberries or blueberries or dried cranberries/cherries.

1362

kcal

Calories

Fat

192

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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup milk (can use lowfat), ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice, ½ cup sour cream, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Essence of Orange 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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Essence of Orange Muffins

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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