Rhubarb Orange Muffins

Brighten up your mornings with these delightful Rhubarb Orange Muffins, a perfect harmony of tangy rhubarb and zesty citrus flavor. These muffins feature tender chunks of fresh rhubarb folded into a lightly sweetened batter infused with freshly squeezed orange juice and fragrant orange zest. Combining rich buttermilk and melted butter, the recipe delivers a perfectly moist and fluffy texture with a hint of tang. A sprinkling of coarse sugar adds an optional crunchy topping for extra indulgence. Ready in just 35 minutes, these muffins are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a quick snack. Easy to store and irresistibly flavorful, they’re great for sharing or savoring all week long. Whether you’re a fan of rhubarb or seeking citrus-infused baked goods, these versatile muffins are bound to become a favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

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
• 0.75 cup buttermilk
• 0.25 cup fresh orange juice
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1.5 cups diced fresh rhubarb
• 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, orange juice, melted butter, egg, and orange zest until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should still have some lumps.

Step 5

Gently fold in the diced rhubarb until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling them about ¾ full.

Step 7

If desired, sprinkle a little coarse sugar on top of each muffin for a slightly crunchy topping.

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.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1083.9 grams (1083.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2630

Total Fat 110.10g	141%
Saturated Fat 66.40g	332%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 465mg	155%
Sodium 2402mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 379.00g	138%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 180.60g
Protein 40.90g	82%

Vitamin D 136IU	681%
Calcium 518mg	40%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 1436mg	31%

*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: 37.1%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 56.8%