Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup mixed fruit (canned or fresh, like cherries, cranberries, and pineapples)
- 1 cup nuts (like almonds or walnuts, optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and vegetable oil together until well combined.
- Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Stir in the mixed fruit and nuts (if using).
- Scoop the muffin mixture into muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan and serving.
Nutritional Information: (per muffin, assuming 8 muffins)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 5g
- Fiber: 2g (Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- A combination of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a Christmas morning breakfast or snack.
- The muffins are soft, moist, and full of festive flavors from the mixed fruit and nuts.
- Easy to customize with different types of fruits or additions like chocolate chips or cocoa powder for a chocolate-fruit combination.
User Comments:
- "These muffins were a hit at our Christmas morning breakfast! The mixed fruit gave them a festive touch." - John Doe
- "The muffins were moist and flavorful. The addition of nuts made them even better." - Jane Smith
- "A great way to start the Christmas morning. The recipe was easy to follow and the muffins were ready in no time." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh or high-quality canned fruits to ensure the best flavor and texture in the muffins.
- For best results, do not overmix the muffin mixture, as it can lead to tough muffins.
- Feel free to add other mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruits for a different variation.
