Tangerine Muffins Recipe

Zesty and bright, these Tangerine Muffins are a delightful twist on a classic! Bursting with fresh tangerine flavor and a touch of sweetness, they're the perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. This Taste of Home recipe is surprisingly easy to make and delivers unbelievably delicious results. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these irresistible muffins!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 170.2 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Tangerine Muffins

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Vanilla Yogurt
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) melted unsalted butter
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 large tangerines (zest and ½ cup juice)
  • Tangerine Peel

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How to Make Tangerine Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup plain yogurt, 1 large egg, ¼ cup (½ stick) melted unsalted butter, and ½ cup milk until well combined.
  4. Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just moistened. Do not overmix.
  5. Zest and juice 2 large tangerines. Add the tangerine zest and ½ cup of the tangerine juice to the batter and stir gently to combine.
  6. Fill the prepared muffin cups about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

44g

Fat

15g

Carbs

9g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tangerine Muffins?

Tangerine Muffins takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tangerine Muffins?

Tangerine Muffins has approximately 170.2 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tangerine Muffins?

The key ingredients for Tangerine Muffins are Flour, Sugar, Baking Powder, Baking Soda, Salt, Vanilla Yogurt. See the full list with measurements above.

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