Mandarin Orange Muffins

Brighten your mornings with these delightful Mandarin Orange Muffins, a zesty twist on a classic baked treat! Bursting with fresh mandarin orange segments, aromatic zest, and a splash of citrusy juice, these muffins are irresistibly moist and tender thanks to the addition of Greek yogurt or sour cream. Perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness, they're a quick and easy recipe, ready in under 40 minutes, making them ideal for busy mornings or leisurely brunches. Whether you're using fresh fruit or convenient canned mandarins, these muffins deliver a vibrant pop of sunshine in every bite. Serve them warm for a cozy breakfast, or pack them as a grab-and-go snack. With simple ingredients and a foolproof method, these Mandarin Orange Muffins are a citrus lover's dream!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cup mandarin oranges, peeled and segmented (fresh or canned, drained)
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups mandarin orange juice (freshly squeezed or from canned mandarins)
• 0.5 cups Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 1 mandarin zest of a mandarin orange

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, mandarin orange juice, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), and mandarin orange zest until smooth.

Step 4

Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should still be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Slowly stir in the mandarin orange segments, folding them into the batter until just distributed.

Step 6

Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with just a few crumbs.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1065.6 grams (1065.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2680

Total Fat 107.60g	138%
Saturated Fat 63.60g	318%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 482mg	161%
Sodium 2292mg	100%
Total Carbohydrate 389.10g	141%
Dietary Fiber 11.50g	41%
Total Sugars 192.60g
Protein 43.20g	86%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 280mg	22%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 1112mg	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: 35.9%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 57.7%