Description
Christmas Morning Muffins are the perfect way to start your holiday celebrations! These fluffy, warm treats are infused with festive spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, complemented by a hint of citrus zest. Easy to prepare, they fill your home with a delightful aroma, creating sweet memories with family and friends. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or as a snack throughout the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup whole milk (or plant-based alternative)
- Zest of 1 orange or lemon
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat eggs; add milk and citrus zest, whisking until frothy.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor.
- Spoon batter into greased muffin tins, filling each cup two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg