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Orange Vanilla Buttermilk Muffins

Orange Vanilla Buttermilk Muffins

  • Author: Crystal
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These fluffy Orange Vanilla Buttermilk Muffins combine bright citrus notes with creamy buttermilk for a tender, melt‑in‑your‑mouth crumb. Ideal for a cozy breakfast or brunch, the subtle vanilla enhances the fresh orange flavor, creating a delightful treat that’s both comforting and uplifting.

Ingredients

Scale
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest, about 2 large oranges
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice, from one of the zested oranges
  • 2 cups (250 g) all‑purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup + 2 tablespoons buttermilk, room temperature
  • ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, melted, slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Optional Orange Glaze: 1 cup (125 g) confectioners’ sugar, 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12‑cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.
  2. In a large bowl whisk together the sugar, orange zest, and orange juice until fragrant.
  3. In a separate bowl whisk the flour, baking powder, and baking soda; set aside.
  4. In another bowl combine the melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir just until combined; do not overmix.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 18‑20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. While the muffins cool, prepare the optional orange glaze by whisking confectioners’ sugar with orange juice until smooth; drizzle over the cooled muffins.

Notes

Tip: For an extra burst of orange flavor, add a splash of orange extract to the batter. Substitute regular milk for buttermilk by adding 1 tablespoon lemon juice to ½ cup milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes. Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin (about 70 g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 180 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg

Keywords: muffins, orange, vanilla, buttermilk, breakfast, citrus

Find it online: https://crystalrecipes.com/orange-vanilla-buttermilk-muffins/