Orange Juice Muffins

Wake up your mornings with these bright and zesty Orange Juice Muffins, a delightful treat bursting with citrus flavor! Made with freshly squeezed orange juice and a touch of orange zest, these muffins offer a moist, tender texture thanks to a perfect blend of milk, melted butter, and a hint of vanilla. Simple to whip up in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings or a quick snack. The subtle sweetness and golden tops pair wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea, while their airy, bakery-style crumb will have everyone reaching for seconds. Plus, with ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen, these easy orange muffins are a delicious, budget-friendly treat that's sure to brighten your day!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed or store-bought)
• 0.25 cups Milk
• 0.33 cups Unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoons Orange zest (from 1 orange)
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the orange juice, milk, melted butter, egg, orange zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Gently fold them together using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it's okay if the batter is slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely or enjoy them warm. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	783.5 grams (783.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2253

Total Fat 76.00g	97%
Saturated Fat 43.90g	219%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 398mg	133%
Sodium 2222mg	97%
Total Carbohydrate 361.60g	131%
Dietary Fiber 7.10g	25%
Total Sugars 170.30g
Protein 35.60g	71%

Vitamin D 81IU	403%
Calcium 175mg	13%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 825mg	18%

*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: 30.1%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 63.6%