Clementine-Pecan Delight Muffins
These Clementine-Pecan Delight Muffins are the perfect combination of zest and crunch, designed for a quick breakfast or a wholesome snack. Inspired by a classic recipe but enhanced with healthier ingredients, these muffins are bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh clementines and the rich texture of pecans. With a light and moist crumb, they offer a refreshing citrusy twist while being easy to prepare. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or save some for later—either way, these muffins are sure to brighten your day!
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Servings
180
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Clementines
3 small (quartered)
Lemon Juice
1/4 cup (freshly squeezed)
Coconut Water
1/4 cup (none)
Egg Beaters
1/4 cup (none)
Butter
1/4 cup (melted)
Coconut Oil
1/4 cup (melted)
White Flour
1 cup (none)
Wheat Flour
3/4 cup (none)
Brown Sugar
3/4 cup (packed)
Baking Powder
1 teaspoon (none)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon (none)
Pecans
3/4 cup (coarsely chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray and set aside.
2
Quarter the clementines (skin included) and place them in a food processor. Add the lemon juice and coconut water, then blend until smooth, leaving some chunks if preferred for added texture.
3
In a mixing bowl, combine the Egg Beaters, melted butter, and coconut oil. Briefly mix to incorporate.
4
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the white flour, wheat flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and chopped pecans until well combined.
5
Pour the clementine mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined—be careful not to overmix.
6
Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each one almost to the top, since the muffins do not rise a lot.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
24g
Carbs
1.8g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Clementine-Pecan Delight Muffins?
They are a combination of citrus zest and crunchy pecans designed for a quick breakfast or a wholesome snack.
How many muffins does this recipe yield?
The recipe is designed for a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Do I need to peel the clementines?
No, you should quarter the clementines and include the skin when placing them in the food processor.
What is used to blend the citrus ingredients?
A food processor is used to blend the clementines, lemon juice, and coconut water.
Can I leave chunks in the fruit mixture?
Yes, you can blend until smooth or leave some chunks if you prefer added texture.
What liquid fats are used in these muffins?
The recipe uses a combination of 1/4 cup melted butter and 1/4 cup melted coconut oil.
What type of flour is required?
The recipe uses a blend of 1 cup white flour and 3/4 cup wheat flour.
What sweetener is used in the batter?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar.
Are there any nuts in this recipe?
Yes, it includes 3/4 cup of coarsely chopped pecans.
How should I prepare the muffin tin?
Grease the 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray before adding the batter.
What is the egg substitute used?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of Egg Beaters.
How much batter should I put in each muffin cup?
Fill each cup almost to the top because these muffins do not rise a lot.
How long do the muffins need to bake?
Bake them for about 20 minutes.
How can I tell if the muffins are done?
They should be golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.
How long should the muffins cool in the tin?
Allow them to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before moving them.
Where should the muffins finish cooling?
Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
What are the nutritional calories per muffin?
Each muffin contains approximately 180 calories.
How much fat is in one muffin?
There is 7.5g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content?
Each muffin has 24g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in these muffins?
There is 1.8g of protein per serving.
Does this recipe use coconut water?
Yes, 1/4 cup of coconut water is included in the wet ingredients.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking powder and 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
How many clementines are needed?
You will need 3 small clementines.
Is fresh lemon juice necessary?
The recipe recommends 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Can these muffins be eaten later?
Yes, they can be enjoyed fresh out of the oven or saved for later.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 ingredients in total.
Is the brown sugar packed or loose?
The 3/4 cup of brown sugar should be packed.
What is the primary texture of these muffins?
They have a light and moist crumb with a crunchy texture from the pecans.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
The tags include muffins, citrus, pecans, quick bread, healthy snack, breakfast, easy recipe, and baking.