Topsy Turvy Tropical Muffins Recipe

Name: Topsy Turvy Tropical Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar; ½ cup coconut; ⅓ cup finely chopped macadamia nuts or ⅓ cup almonds; ¼ cup butter, melted; 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour; ⅓ cup firmly packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup sour cream; ⅓ cup oil; 1 egg; 1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained

Servings: persons

½ cup firmly packed brown sugar
½ cup coconut
⅓ cup finely chopped macadamia nuts or ⅓ cup almonds
¼ cup butter, melted
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup sour cream
⅓ cup oil
1 egg
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple in juice, undrained

1
Heat oven to 400*F.
2
Generously grease 24 muffin cups.
3
In small bowl, combine all topping ingredients; mix well.
4
Spoon scant tablespoonful into bottom of each greased muffin cup.
5
In large bowl, combine flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, baking soda and salt; mix well.
6
In small bowl, combine sour cream, oil, egg and pineapple; blend well.
7
Add to dry ingredients; stir until day ingredients are moistened.
8
Spoon 1 heaping TBS of batter over topping in each muffin cup.
9
Bake at 400*F for 12 to 15 minutes until done.
10
Loosen edges with knife; immediately invert onto wire rack set on sheet of waxed paper.
11
Serve warm.

959

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.
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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup firmly packed brown sugar, ½ cup coconut, ⅓ cup finely chopped macadamia nuts or ⅓ cup almonds, ¼ cup butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Topsy Turvy Tropical 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Topsy Turvy Tropical Muffins

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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