Judy's Date Muffins Recipe

Name: Judy's Date Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup dates, chopped; ½ cup boiling water; ¼ cup shortening; ½ cup sugar; 1 egg; 1 cup all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ cup walnuts, chopped

Servings: persons

½ cup dates, chopped
½ cup boiling water
¼ cup shortening
½ cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ cup walnuts, chopped

1
Place dates in a small bowl and add boiling water, let stand 10 minutes (do not drain!
2
).
3
Meanwhile in a small mixing bowl, beat shortening and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes then beat in egg until well mixed.
4
Add dates and beat on low speed until blended.
5
Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon and then stir into date mixture with a wooden spoon just until blended.
6
Stir in the walnuts.
7
Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full.
8
Bake at 350F for 15-20 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.
9
Cool for 5 minutes before removing to wire rack to cool completely.

557

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup dates, chopped, ½ cup boiling water, ¼ cup shortening, ½ cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Judy's 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.

Judy's Date Muffins

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