O J Muffins

Brighten your mornings with these delightful O J Muffins, a sun-kissed treat bursting with citrusy flavor! Made with fresh orange juice and a generous touch of orange zest, these muffins are soft, fluffy, and irresistibly moist, thanks to the addition of creamy Greek yogurt and melted butter. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy muffin recipe combines pantry staples for a quick and wholesome homemade bake that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Their vibrant aroma and lightly golden tops make these muffins as beautiful as they are delicious. Serve them warm with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey for a cozy, citrus-infused indulgence that will brighten up any day.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.25 cups unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 egg, large
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups plain Greek yogurt

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt until smooth and fully incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, folding gently with a rubber spatula or spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few small lumps are fine.

Step 5

Evenly divide the muffin batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins pair wonderfully with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	598.7 grams (598.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1275

Total Fat 56.30g	72%
Saturated Fat 33.50g	168%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 327mg	109%
Sodium 1919mg	83%
Total Carbohydrate 181.70g	66%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 170.50g
Protein 20.50g	41%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 209mg	16%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 636mg	14%

*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: 38.5%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 55.2%