Orange & Carrot Muffins
These orange and carrot muffins are a delightful treat that combines zesty citrus flavors with the sweetness of grated carrots. The aromatic combination of cinnamon and orange zest fills your kitchen as they bake, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Topped with a creamy, tangy icing and colorful sprinkles, these muffins are not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes. Perfect for a snack, breakfast, or dessert, these muffins are sure to brighten your day with their freshness and homemade charm.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 75g butter , melted
- 2 oranges , juiced and zested
- 1 egg , beaten
- 100g carrots , peeled and grated
- 300g plain flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 100g caster sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4 and line a 12-hole muffin tin with cases. In a large mixing bowl, mix the sugar, flours, bicarbonate of soda, mixed spice and orange zest. Whisk together the eggs and oil, then stir into the dry ingredients with the grated carrot. Divide the mixture between cases and bake for 20-22 mins until a skewer poked in comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack before icing.
- For the icing, beat the butter until really soft, then beat in the soft cheese, icing sugar and vanilla. Use a palette or cutlery knife to swirl the icing on top of the cakes, then decorate with the sprinkles.
Yield
Makes 12
Nutrition
- Calories: 442 calories
- Fat Content: 32 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 14 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 38 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 26 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 4 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.7 milligram of sodium
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