Apple, Cherry, Pear and Almond Breakfast Muffins

Apple, Cherry, Pear and Almond Breakfast Muffins
45 min.
12
272kcal
100%sweetness
14.75%saltiness
24.46%sourness
11.85%bitterness
9.83%savoriness
53.46%fattiness
0%spiciness

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These apple, cherry, pear, and almond breakfast muffins are a delicious and healthy way to start your day. They're packed with fresh fruit, almonds, and a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg, making them a perfect morning treat. The muffins are also a great option if you're looking for a grab-and-go breakfast option, as they can be made ahead of time and frozen for busy mornings.

The recipe is straightforward and easy to follow, with a few simple steps to create these tasty muffins. The combination of apple, cherry, and pear adds a wonderful sweetness, while the almonds provide a satisfying crunch. The spices add a lovely warmth to the muffins, making them perfect for a cozy morning treat. These muffins are also a great option if you're looking for a healthier alternative to traditional breakfast pastries, as they are made with wholesome ingredients and are lower in added sugars.

Whether you're looking for a new breakfast option or a tasty treat to enjoy with your morning coffee, these apple, cherry, pear, and almond muffins are sure to hit the spot. They're a delicious and nutritious way to start your day, and the wonderful flavors and textures are sure to brighten up your morning.

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cup self raising flour 
  • 0.5 cup almond flour 
  • 1.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted room temperature
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • large eggs room temperature
  • 0.8 cup cream plain light sour (I used cream)
  • teaspoon dave's vanilla and coffee syrup 
  • tablespoon lemon zest 
  •  apples cored peeled cut into 1/4″ dice
  • 0.5 cup cherries dried
  •  pears cored peeled cut into 1/4″ dice
  • tablespoon brown sugar light
  • tablespoon brown sugar light
  • 0.3 cup blanched almonds and sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees
  2. Line 12 cup muffin tin with liners and spray with baking spray. Line a tray with almond slices and sit in oven for 4-5 minutes until almonds are just starting to toast, but not brown.
  3. Remove pan and let cool.
  4. Place flour, almond meal, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl and mix well to combine. Set aside
  5. In a mixer beat 1/2 cup of the butter and sugar until creamed.
  6. Add one egg at a time until mixed. Scrape down sides of mixer and add sour cream, zest and vanilla blend.
  7. Add flour ingredients and mix until just blended (do not over-mix)
  8. Remove bowl from mixer and by hand add apple and cherries, mixing.
  9. Spoon mixture into each cup filling about 2/3 of the way.
  10. In a small bowl combine, pear, brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of butter and almonds and combine.
  11. Place on top of each muffin.
  12. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts

Calories272kcal
Protein7.45%
Fat44.9%
Carbs47.65%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.4
Glycemic Load
13.96
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.79%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.54mg
Catechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
1.7mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.73mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
14.75%
Sourness:
24.46%
Bitterness:
11.85%
Savoriness:
9.83%
Fattiness:
53.46%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:271.72kcal
13.59%
Fat:13.97g
21.5%
Saturated Fat:6.39g
39.91%
Carbohydrates:33.37g
11.12%
Net Carbohydrates:30.81g
11.2%
Sugar:18.73g
20.81%
Cholesterol:56.37mg
18.79%
Sodium:152.45mg
6.63%
Protein:5.21g
10.43%
Selenium:8.48µg
12.12%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.7%
Vitamin A:521.18IU
10.42%
Fiber:2.56g
10.24%
Calcium:88.02mg
8.8%
Vitamin E:1.07mg
7.15%
Phosphorus:69.04mg
6.9%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.58%
Iron:0.78mg
4.32%
Copper:0.08mg
4.05%
Magnesium:15.5mg
3.87%
Potassium:115.76mg
3.31%
Folate:13µg
3.25%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.71%
Vitamin C:2.12mg
2.57%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.51%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.28%
Vitamin D:0.34µg
2.25%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.99%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.93%
Vitamin K:1.86µg
1.77%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.45%