Mincemeat Muffins

Warm your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of Mincemeat Muffins, a delightful twist on classic holiday flavors. These fluffy muffins are infused with the spiced sweetness of mincemeat and a hint of holiday cheer from ground cinnamon and nutmeg, making them an ideal treat for the festive season or a cozy winter breakfast. With a quick prep time of 15 minutes and optional bursts of tart dried cranberries, these muffins are as easy to make as they are to devour. Perfectly golden and finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, they pair wonderfully with a cup of tea or coffee. Whether you’re indulging in holiday nostalgia or looking for a unique muffin recipe to share, these Mincemeat Muffins will bring warmth and flavor to any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 100 grams unsalted butter
• 120 milliliters whole milk
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 200 grams mincemeat
• 50 grams dried cranberries (optional)
• 0 powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or in the microwave. Set it aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should still be a bit lumpy.

Step 6

Fold the mincemeat and dried cranberries (if using) into the batter using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 9

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 10

If desired, dust the cooled muffins with powdered sugar for a festive touch before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	908.4 grams (908.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2982

Total Fat 100.70g	129%
Saturated Fat 54.80g	274%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.10g
Cholesterol 456mg	152%
Sodium 1686mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 502.30g	183%
Dietary Fiber 17.10g	61%
Total Sugars 284.10g
Protein 37.90g	76%

Vitamin D 108IU	541%
Calcium 306mg	24%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 897mg	19%

*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: 29.5%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 65.5%