Orange Date Muffins (Or Chocolate Chip) Recipe

Name: Orange Date Muffins (Or Chocolate Chip)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole orange (rind and fruit); 1/2 cup orange juice; 1/2 cup dried dates, chopped or 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips; 1 egg; 1/8 cup margarine, plus; 1 tablespoon margarine; 3/4 cup whole wheat flour; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 cup sugar

Servings: persons

1
Cut orange into 8 or more pieces, remove seeds.
2
Place cut orange into a blender or food processor.
3
Blend into rind is finely ground; add orange juice to this mixture to make it easier to grind.
4
Add dates (or chocolate chips), egg, and margarine; blend until mixed (if using chocolate chips you may want to add them in step 6 instead of in this step).
5
In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar.
6
Add orange mixture to dry ingredients; stir gently until just mixed.
7
Spray 12 medium-large muffin cups with cooking spray.
8
Fill tins 2/3 full.
9
Bake at 400F for 15 minutes.

434

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

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.

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: 1 whole orange (rind and fruit), 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup dried dates, chopped or 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Orange Date Muffins (Or Chocolate Chip) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orange Date Muffins (Or Chocolate Chip)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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