Passion Fruit Muffins Recipe

Name: Passion Fruit Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup yogurt, plain, unsweetened, at room temperature; 2 eggs, at room temperature; 1 cup canned crushed pineapple (or other canned pineapple, chopped fine); 1 lime, juice of; 4 passion fruit or 1 cup frozen passion fruit pulp; 3 cups flour; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1/4 cup uncooked oats; 1/4 cup brazil nut, finely chopped, toasted; 3 tablespoons butter, slightly softened; 2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted; 2 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup yogurt, plain, unsweetened, at room temperature
2 eggs, at room temperature
1 cup canned crushed pineapple (or other canned pineapple, chopped fine)
1 lime, juice of
4 passion fruit or 1 cup frozen passion fruit pulp
3 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup uncooked oats
1/4 cup brazil nut, finely chopped, toasted
3 tablespoons butter, slightly softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2
Cut the passion fruits in half and scape pulp and seeds into a microwave safe bowl.
3
Microwave passion fruit pulp for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until very hot.
4
Strain pulp through a fine mesh sieve, stirring and pressing on pulp and seeds to extract all the liquid pulp. Discard seeds. Reserve 5 tablespoons of the passion fruit juice for the glaze.
5
In a standing mixer, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
6
Mix together eggs, passion fruit pulp, lime juice, vanilla, and yogurt.
7
Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
8
Add the liquid ingredients to the butter/sugar mix, alternating with the dry ingredients. Finish with the dry ingredients, folding them in by hand. Fold in the pineapple. Do not over mix.
9
Line muffin tins with paper. Fill 18 regular muffin tins (or 10 jumbo) 3/4 full.
10
Place chopped Brazil nuts, oats, and brown sugar in a bowl. Add 3 tablespoons butter. Mix butter into the oats and nuts with your fingers, until well mixed.
11
Crumble 1 tablespoon of oat/nut mixture on the tops of the muffins.
12
Bake the muffins on the center rack at 450 degrees for 5 minutes. Lower the heat to 400 degrees, and bake for 10 minutes more.
13
Check for doneness. Muffins should spring back slightly when touched. Larger muffins may require an extra 5 to 8 minutes.
14
Remove muffins and let cool in pans on a rack for 5 minutes. Remove muffins from pan.
15
Whisk 5 tablespoons passion fruit juice, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon lime juice into the powdered sugar. Add pinch of salt and 1/2 vanilla. Thin with more juice or water if necessary.
16
Drizzle glaze over top of muffins. If glaze thickens, try reheating for a few seconds in the microwave.

1515

kcal

Calories

Fat

266

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter, softened, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup yogurt, plain, unsweetened, at room temperature, 2 eggs, at room temperature, and more.

Yes, Passion Fruit 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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Passion Fruit Muffins

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