15+ Christmas Fruit Muffins Recipe You Won't Believe The Taste!
Published on: Mar 15, 2024
Aside from the traditional Christmas cookies and cakes, a batch of warm and delicious Christmas fruit muffins can add some variety to your holiday dessert spread. These muffins are packed with seasonal fruits and warm spices, making them the perfect treat to enjoy on a cold winter day. Not only are they delicious, but they are also incredibly simple to make. With just a few basic ingredients and some festive add-ins, you can whip up a batch of these muffins in no time. So, let's get baking and add some festive cheer to your holiday season!
Main Ingredients: Fruits, Sherry, Oranges, Unsalted Butter, Light Brown
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Christmas Morning Treats!
Main Ingredients: Refrigerated Buttermilk Biscuits, Butter, Maple Syrup
Make Christmas morning even more special with these delicious and festive Christmas morning treats. Whether it's homemade cinnamon rolls, gingerbread pancakes, or eggnog french toast, these recipes will have your family gathering around the table with big smiles and full bellies. Don't forget the whipped cream and sprinkles for a touch of holiday magic.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ginger
Wet Ingredients:
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit and Add-ins:
1 cup diced apples
1/2 cup craisins
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients – flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients – eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Fold in the diced apples, craisins, and chopped walnuts.
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your delicious Christmas fruit muffins with a cup of hot cocoa or your favorite festive drink.
Customization
Variation 1: Cranberry Orange Muffins
If you're not a fan of mixed fruits, you can easily customize this recipe to make cranberry orange muffins. Simply replace the apples and craisins with 1 cup of fresh or frozen cranberries and add the zest of one orange to the batter.
Variation 2: Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins
If you want to add a little extra sweetness to your muffins, try chocolate chip banana muffins. Substitute the apples and craisins with 1 mashed ripe banana and 1/2 cup of chocolate chips.
Variation 3: Pumpkin Spice Muffins
For a festive twist on a classic fall flavor, you can make pumpkin spice muffins. Replace the apples and craisins with 1 cup of pumpkin puree and add 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice to the dry ingredients.
Conclusion
These Christmas fruit muffins are a delicious and easy addition to your holiday dessert menu. With customizable variations, you can make them with your favorite fruits and flavors. So, grab your ingredients and get baking, because these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone this holiday season!
