Pumpkin and Orange Muffins
Description
There's nothing complicated about preparing these — and the result will delight you. The pumpkin puree makes the muffins perfectly moist, while the orange adds a citrusy aroma. You can optionally add nuts, raisins, poppy seeds, or chocolate pieces to the batter. Treat your family and loved ones to this wonderful delight. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients. Pumpkin puree can be made in advance and stored in the freezer. If the puree has just been made, let it cool down to a warm temperature.
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Step 2
Wash the orange, grate the zest, and squeeze the orange juice.
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Step 3
Combine the egg, sugar, and soft butter. Blend everything with a blender until smooth.
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Step 4
Add the pumpkin puree and orange juice.
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Step 5
Mix everything together, then add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, vanilla, and orange zest.
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Step 6
Mix everything until smooth. Add a little more flour if necessary. The amount of flour needed may vary depending on the consistency of the pumpkin puree. The dough should be roughly the consistency of sour cream.
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Step 7
Place the dough into molds, filling them about 2/3 full. Bake in the oven at 180 degrees for about 20 minutes. Check for doneness with a wooden skewer.
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Step 8
The pumpkin and orange cupcakes are ready. Let them cool on a rack, then serve.
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Step 9
Ready. Serve at the table.