Best Date Flecked Orange Muffins Recipes

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ORANGE DATE MUFFINS



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"Anyone who likes dates and the flavor of orange will think these moist muffins are a treat," confirms Rosella Peters of Gull Lake, Saskatchewan. "I get compliments each time I serve them."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 cup orange juice
1/3 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup chopped dates
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Combine eggs, orange juice and butter; mix well. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in dates, walnuts and orange zest. Coat muffin cups with cooking spray or use paper liners; fill two-thirds full with batter., Bake at 400° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

DATE-ORANGE MUFFINS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 25m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 whole orange (well washed)
1/2 cup orange juice
1 egg
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup honey or white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped dates

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut orange in pieces and remove pits. In food processor, put in first 4 ingredients. Blend for 3 to 4 minutes. Sift dry ingredients into a bowl. Mix in chopped dates. Blend again until mixed. Spoon into greased muffin pans. Bake at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes. (If using honey, add with first 4 ingredients, if using sugar, add to dry mix.)

DATE MUFFINS



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Delightfully different and studded with dates and walnuts, these quick muffins from Judy Cunningham in Max, North Dakota round out any autumn meal and are also great with coffee or as a snack. TIP: FROZEN MUFFINS STAY DELICIOUS FOR UP TO 3 MONTHS.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup boiling water
1/4 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Place dates in a small bowl and add boiling water; let stand for 10 minutes (do not drain). Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat shortening and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg. , Add dates; beat on low speed until blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon; stir into date mixture with a wooden spoon just until blended. Stir in walnuts., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Muffins may be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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