Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup almond milk (or regular milk)
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, eggs, and almond milk. Add poppy seeds.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry mixture and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the chopped almonds (if using).
- Pour the batter into muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (Per muffin, assuming 8 muffins per batch)
Calories: approximately 250-300 (depending on the size of the muffins)
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 20g (includes natural and added sugar)
Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used and their quality.
Dish Characteristics:
- These muffins are moist and have a nice texture with the combination of almond and poppy seeds.
- The almond milk gives the muffins a unique flavor that is popular among Americans.
- The optional chopped almonds add a nice crunch to the muffins.
- The poppy seeds give these muffins a unique look and a slight, pleasant taste.
User Comments:
- "These muffins were so delicious! The almond and poppy seed combination was unique and really tasty." - John Doe, New York
- "I love the texture of these muffins, they were moist and not too sweet." - Jane Smith, California
- "The almond milk really gives these muffins a unique flavor that I really enjoyed." - Michael Johnson, Texas
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Do not overmix the batter; this can lead to tough muffins.
- For best results, use a non-stick muffin pan or grease the regular muffin pan with nonstick spray before pouring the batter into it.
