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Orange Peel Muffins

Deliciously moist muffins infused with the bright flavor of orange peel, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp orange zest freshly grated
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. In another bowl, combine the wet ingredients: buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, orange zest, and vanilla extract.
Mixing and Baking
  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  2. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  3. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added flavor, you can mix in some chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.

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