Omani Date and Nut Muffins
Moist and slightly sweet muffins, incorporating the natural sweetness of Omani dates and the crunch of mixed nuts, often spiced with cardamom for a warm, comforting flavor.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Ground cardamom
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Omani dates(pitted and chopped)
- 1/2 cup Mixed nuts(chopped (almonds, walnuts, pistachios))
- 1/2 cup Butter(melted)
- 3/4 cup Brown sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ground cardamom, and salt.
- 3
In a separate medium bowl, combine chopped dates and chopped nuts.
- 4
In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 5
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 6
Gently fold in the date and nut mixture.
- 7
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- 9
Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For softer dates, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before chopping.
- ✓Ensure not to overmix the batter, as this can lead to tough muffins.
- ✓You can add a sprinkle of coarse sugar on top before baking for a crunchy crust.
🔄 Variations
- Add a tablespoon of orange blossom water for an extra floral note.
- Substitute some of the nuts with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warmer spice profile.