Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup canned pineapple juice (not from concentrate)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen pineapple chunks (use fresh if possible)
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
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 together the egg, pineapple juice, oil, and vanilla extract.
- Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the liquid mixture into it. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the pineapple chunks and coconut.
- Scoop the muffin mixture into muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each muffin contains approximately 190 calories.
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- These muffins have a tropical flavor with the combination of pineapple and coconut.
- The texture is moist and fluffy, with a slight crispness on the outside.
- The flavor is sweet with a hint of vanilla and pineapple juice.
User Comments:
- "These muffins were delicious! The pineapple flavor was fresh and the coconut added a nice crunch."
- "I loved the tropical flavors in these muffins. They were moist and had a great texture."
- "These muffins were a hit at my brunch party. The pineapple chunks were a great addition."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh pineapple chunks if possible for the best flavor. If using frozen, make sure they are fully thawed before adding to the mixture.
- Do not overmix the muffin mixture, as this can lead to tough muffins. Mix until just combined.
- For best results, use a good quality vanilla extract.
