Orange Pecan Muffins
Brighten up your breakfast routine with these irresistible Orange Pecan Muffins, a perfect balance of zesty citrus and nutty richness. Made with freshly grated orange zest, freshly squeezed orange juice, and crunchy pecans, these moist and tender muffins are a delightful morning treat or midday snack. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this quick and easy recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar with the warm flavors of vanilla and the luscious texture of melted butter. Each bite delivers a burst of orange flavor and the satisfying crunch of pecans, making these muffins an ideal choice for brunch gatherings, weekday mornings, or even as a grab-and-go option. Plus, they’re ready to enjoy in under 40 minutes! Serve them warm with a dollop of butter or a drizzle of honey for a truly indulgent experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.75 cups Pecans, chopped
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.5 cups Orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.25 cups Milk
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the tin.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest.
Gently fold in the chopped pecans to evenly distribute them throughout the dry mixture.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, orange juice, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.1 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.3 g | 351% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 636 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 2255 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 370.2 g | 135% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 167.5 g | ||
| Protein | 49.9 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1141 mg | 24% | |
*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.
