Irish Soda Popcorn Muffins Recipe
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 12 muffins
Calories: 211.4 per muffin
Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, European, Healthy, High In…, St. Patrick’s Day, < 60 Mins, Oven
Description:
These Irish Soda Popcorn Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional Irish Soda Bread, perfect for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day. They pair wonderfully with breakfast or alongside a hearty corned beef and cabbage dinner.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
- 4 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 4 cups buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup golden raisins, soaked and drained
- 2 tablespoons caraway seeds
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by soaking the golden raisins in hot water for 15 minutes to plump them up.
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 435°F (220°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
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Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, and eggs until well combined.
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Mix Batter: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Add Raisins and Seeds: Fold in the drained golden raisins and caraway seeds until evenly distributed in the batter.
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Fill Muffin Tins: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
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Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Enjoy: Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins are best enjoyed fresh on the day they are made.
These Irish Soda Popcorn Muffins are a delightful addition to your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, offering a taste of traditional Irish flavors in convenient muffin form. Perfectly moist with a hint of sweetness from the raisins, they are sure to be a hit at your table!
