Zesty Cinnamon Raisin Muffins: A Quick and Healthy Delight
Cinnamon Muffins Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥖 Recipe Category: Quick Breads
🔍 Keywords: Breads, Healthy, < 30 Mins
🍽️ Yield: 12 muffins
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1/2 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1/4 cup | Margarine |
| 1 | Egg |
| 3/4 tsp | Orange zest |
| 1 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 2 tsp | Baking powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1 1/2 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground nutmeg |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1 cup | Raisins |
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
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Prepare Muffin Cups: Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
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Beat Sugar and Margarine: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the brown sugar and margarine until light and fluffy.
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Add Egg and Flavors: Beat in the egg until well incorporated, then mix in the orange zest for a delightful citrus kick.
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Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
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Mix Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
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Fold in Raisins: Gently fold in the raisins until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter, adding a burst of sweetness and texture to every bite.
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Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
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Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool and Enjoy: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the delicious aroma and flavor of freshly baked cinnamon muffins!
These Cinnamon Muffins are perfect for a quick breakfast on busy mornings, a delightful addition to brunch, or a tasty treat any time of day. With their tender crumb and warm spices, they’re sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection!
