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Florida Orange Juice Honey Cornbread Muffins Recipe

Florida Orange Juice Honey Cornbread Muffins Recipe
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Florida Orange Juice Honey Cornbread Muffins offer a delightful twist on classic cornbread, combining the bright, citrusy flavor of fresh orange juice and zest with the natural sweetness of honey. These moist, golden muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a comforting snack, featuring a tender crumb and a hint of buttery richness.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups medium-grain cornmeal
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup Florida orange juice
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously grease muffin tin cups with butter or cooking spray, or line them with muffin liners to ensure easy removal after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, medium-grain cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt. Set this mixture aside for later.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk the melted and slightly cooled butter, honey, eggs, and fresh orange zest until well combined and smooth.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Gently fold together using a spatula until the mixture is almost combined but still has a few streaks of flour and cornmeal visible.
  5. Add Orange Juice: Carefully fold in the orange juice very gently, mixing just until the batter is combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender crumb; the batter should remain slightly lumpy.
  6. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 to 3/4 full. If necessary, bake in batches depending on oven or muffin tin size.
  7. Bake: Place the tins in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until the muffin tops turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm with salted butter and an extra drizzle of honey for best flavor.

Notes

  • For best results, use eggs at room temperature and ensure the melted butter has cooled to avoid scrambling the eggs during mixing.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent dense muffins; slight lumps are okay.
  • These muffins are best enjoyed warm but can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
  • Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving to restore softness and flavor.

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