Orange Cream Muffins

Brighten up your morning with these tender and zesty Orange Cream Muffins, a delightful balance of citrusy sweetness and creamy indulgence. Crafted with real orange zest and juice, these muffins burst with refreshing flavor in every bite, perfectly complemented by a rich blend of sour cream and heavy cream for a moist, melt-in-your-mouth texture. A luscious optional orange glaze takes these muffins to the next level, making them a versatile treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Ready in just 35 minutes and ideal for sharing, these easy-to-make muffins bring a taste of sunshine to your table. Perfect for citrus lovers and a hit at any gathering, these Orange Cream Muffins are the ultimate combination of vibrant flavor and homemade goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cup orange juice
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
• 2 tablespoons orange juice (for optional glaze)

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 cups.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange zest. Ensure all dry ingredients are well combined.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, sour cream, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and heavy cream until smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a spatula. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix the batter.

Step 5

Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until 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 tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

For the optional glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins for an added touch of sweetness and citrus flavor.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy your Orange Cream Muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	972.9 grams (972.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2787

Total Fat 104.10g	133%
Saturated Fat 61.10g	306%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 619mg	206%
Sodium 2364mg	103%
Total Carbohydrate 428.30g	156%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 234.30g
Protein 42.60g	85%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 280mg	22%
Iron 14mg	75%
Potassium 739mg	16%

*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: 33.2%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 60.7%