Easter muffins made from buckwheat flour with dried fruits and nuts

Name: Easter muffins made from buckwheat flour with dried fruits and nuts
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8
Ingredients: softened butter - 225 g; fine sugar - 200 g; ground almonds - 150 g; buckwheat flour - 100 g; ground cinnamon, cardamom, cloves - 1 tsp.; baking powder - 1.5 tsp; salt - a pinch; zest and juice of 1 orange; eggs - 3 pcs.; dried apricots, prunes - 175 g; dried cherries (or cranberries) - 50 g; apple - 1 pc.; powdered sugar - 100 g

Cookinero 5 November 2022

Buckwheat flour muffins with dried fruits, dried cherries, almonds and apple. Decorated with orange icing.

How to cook Easter muffins made from buckwheat flour with dried fruits and nuts

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Beat butter with sugar with a mixer. Mix the sifted flour, almonds, spices, baking powder and salt. Pour into a bowl. Add zest and 3 tbsp. orange juice.

Step 2

Enter eggs. Add chopped dried fruits and grated apple. Mix. Divide the dough into molds and bake for 30-40 minutes until done. Readiness can be checked with a toothpick. Cool down. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.

Step 3

For the glaze, pour the powdered sugar into a bowl and gradually add the orange juice in small portions, stirring, until the desired consistency is obtained. Decorate muffins with icing, you can draw crosses. Enjoy your meal!

Easter muffins made from buckwheat flour with dried fruits and nuts - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Can I substitute the buckwheat flour?

Yes, you can substitute with other gluten-free flour blends or all-purpose flour if you don't need it to be gluten-free. The texture might be slightly different.

What dried fruits work best in these muffins?

Use your favorite dried fruits! Raisins, cranberries, chopped apricots, or dates all work well. Adjust the amount to your preference.

How should I store these muffins and how long will they last?

Store cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Can I freeze these muffins?

Yes, you can freeze them! Wrap cooled muffins individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

Can I make these muffins vegan?

Yes, substitute the butter with vegan butter, the eggs with applesauce or flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water per egg), and ensure your sugar is vegan. Also, verify the glaze ingredients are vegan-friendly.

What can I use instead of orange juice?

Apple juice or milk (dairy or non-dairy) can be used as a substitute for orange juice. The flavor will be slightly different but still delicious.

How can I prevent the dried fruits from sinking to the bottom of the muffins?

Toss the chopped dried fruits with a tablespoon of the flour mixture before adding them to the wet ingredients. This helps them stay suspended in the batter.

Can I add chocolate to these muffins?

Yes! Chocolate chips, cocoa nibs, or chunks of chopped dark chocolate would be a delicious addition. Consider adding about 1/2 cup.

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