Tropical Spice Muffins

Muffins originated in Europe and were originally a type of bread. The term ‘muffin’ now refers to a small, individual-sized quick bread that is often sweet and can be enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Tropical Spice Muffins

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Caribbean Courses: Bakery, Breakfast, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Nutmeg
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, melted
• ³⁄₄ cup Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Mashed banana
• ¹⁄₂ cup Crushed pineapple, drained
• ¹⁄₄ cup Shredded coconut
• ¹⁄₄ cup Chopped walnuts

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In another bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar until well combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Stir until just combined.
5. Fold in the mashed banana, crushed pineapple, shredded coconut, and chopped walnuts.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Enjoy these delicious Tropical Spice Muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 32g11%

Sugars 18g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.