Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk or almond milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mixed fresh or frozen fruit (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, banana)
- 1/2 cup smoothie mix (e.g., chocolate, strawberry flavor)
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.
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil or melted butter, and milk or almond milk until smooth.
- Add the mixed fruit and smoothie mix to the wet ingredients and stir until combined.
- Pour the mixture into muffin cups or a muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Place in the preheated oven and 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)
- Calories: Approx. 250 calories
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- These muffins are a creative blend of smoothie flavors and breakfast ingredients.
- The combination of fresh fruit and smoothie mix provides a sweet and fruity taste.
- The muffins are soft, moist, and make a great start to a busy day.
User Comments:
- "These muffins are fantastic! The flavor combination is unique and really tasty."
- "My family loved these for breakfast. They were moist and full of flavor."
- "I added some extra chocolate chips to mine and they were a hit with my kids."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen fruit of your choice for a variety of flavors.
- Adjust the amount of smoothie mix according to your preference for sweetness.
- For a more hearty muffin, add in some chopped nuts or seeds like chia or sunflower seeds.
