Orange Honey Muffins with Dates

Vegetarian
Orange Honey Muffins with Dates
30 min.
12
220kcal

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Start your day on a delightful note with these Orange Honey Muffins with Dates! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh oranges and the natural sweetness of honey, these muffins are a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or any morning meal. The combination of zesty orange and chewy dates creates a unique taste experience that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Not only are these muffins vegetarian-friendly, but they are also quick and easy to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. With a light and fluffy texture, each muffin is a wholesome indulgence that packs in 220 calories, making them a guilt-free option for your morning routine. The use of all-purpose flour, combined with the richness of unsalted butter and the natural sweetness of honey, ensures that every bite is a delicious balance of flavors.

Whether you're enjoying them fresh out of the oven or saving some for later, these muffins are sure to impress family and friends alike. Perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or a quick grab-and-go breakfast, they are versatile enough to suit any occasion. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of these scrumptious Orange Honey Muffins with Dates that will brighten your mornings!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups flour 
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup dates chopped
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup honey 
  •  cranberry-orange relish seeds removed, and cut into large pieces washed
  • 0.5 cup orange juice fresh
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted at room temperature

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Butter a 12 cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
  3. Place orange in a food processor. Pulse until broken down into a chunky puree.
  4. Add orange juice, egg, butter, and honey. Blend for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, until almost smooth.
  5. Pour orange mixture into flour.
  6. Mix until just combined. Stir in dates.
  7. Divide batter among muffin tins.
  8. Sprinkle with sugar.
  9. Bake muffins until a cake tester comes out clean, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories220kcal
Protein4.67%
Fat32.05%
Carbs63.28%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.32
Glycemic Load
20.73
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.9334782128749%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.21mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Hesperetin
4.21mg
Naringenin
1.89mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:220.33kcal
11.02%
Fat:8.16g
12.55%
Saturated Fat:4.94g
30.88%
Carbohydrates:36.23g
12.08%
Net Carbohydrates:34.52g
12.55%
Sugar:22.31g
24.79%
Cholesterol:33.71mg
11.24%
Sodium:327.79mg
14.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.67g
5.35%
Vitamin C:11.09mg
13.45%
Selenium:7.07µg
10.1%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.98%
Folate:39.58µg
9.9%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.81%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.95%
Fiber:1.71g
6.85%
Vitamin A:299.49IU
5.99%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.87%
Iron:1.05mg
5.81%
Phosphorus:45.12mg
4.51%
Potassium:152.28mg
4.35%
Calcium:37.48mg
3.75%
Copper:0.07mg
3.33%
Magnesium:11.94mg
2.98%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.64%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.38%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.96%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.63%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.42%