Almond Muffins

Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Almond Muffins, a perfect balance of buttery richness and nutty sweetness that's sure to elevate your breakfast or snack-time game. Made with a blend of all-purpose flour, creamy buttermilk, and fragrant almond and vanilla extracts, these muffins are light, moist, and bursting with flavor. Sliced almonds both inside the batter and sprinkled on top add a satisfying crunch and an elegant finish. Quick and easy to make, they come together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bake to golden perfection in under 20 minutes. Ideal for any occasion, these tender almond muffins are best served warm and pair beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea. Whether you're hosting brunch or prepping for a busy week, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make over and over again!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
• 0.75 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Sliced almonds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with butter.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar and melted butter and whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and almond extract to the sugar mixture and whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Gently stir in the flour mixture, alternating with the buttermilk, and mixing just until incorporated.

Step 6

Be careful not to overmix the batter.

Step 7

Fold in the sliced almonds, reserving a few for topping the muffins.

Step 8

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.

Step 9

Sprinkle the reserved sliced almonds on top of the batter in each muffin cup.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until the muffins are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Enjoy your almond muffins warm, or store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	822.4 grams (822.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2751

Total Fat 147.40g	189%
Saturated Fat 69.90g	350%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 651mg	217%
Sodium 2873mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 317.70g	116%
Dietary Fiber 13.90g	50%
Total Sugars 162.60g
Protein 51.60g	103%

Vitamin D 177IU	886%
Calcium 521mg	40%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1133mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.3%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 45.3%