Orange Date Muffins or Chocolate Chip

Bursting with bright citrus flavor and a touch of natural sweetness, these Orange Date Muffins are a delightful treat for breakfast or snack time. Featuring the zest of fresh oranges and juicy orange juice, these muffins strike the perfect balance of tangy and sweet, with tender pieces of chopped dates adding a chewy, caramel-like bite. Prefer a little indulgence? Swap in semi-sweet chocolate chips for a rich twist—perfect for dessert lovers. Quick and easy to prepare in under 15 minutes, these muffins bake up light and fluffy, making them a versatile go-to for any occasion. Serve them warm from the oven or enjoy them throughout the week with a steaming cup of coffee. Healthy, flavorful, and endlessly customizable, this recipe is sure to become a household staple!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.5 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 0.25 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 large Egg
• 0.75 cups Chopped dates
• 0.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the orange juice, milk, vegetable oil, and egg. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should still be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Fold the chopped dates into the batter. If using, gently fold in the chocolate chips as well.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(878.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2433.0

Total Fat 65.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 35.6g
Cholesterol 230.5mg	0%
Sodium 1650.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 441.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.7g	0%
Total Sugars 236.8g
Protein 38.5g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 304.3mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 1554.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.5%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 70.3%