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Olive-Oil-Muffins-Recipe

Olive Oil Muffins

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These Olive Oil Muffins offer an irresistible flavor with a simple preparation. Made with fresh zest and extra virgin olive oil, they are perfect for breakfast or a light snack.

  • Total Time: 44 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • zest 1 lemon
  • zest 1 orange
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tsps baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole milk, extra virgin olive oil, eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and orange zest.
  3. In a separate large bowl, gently mix the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until just combined with the wet ingredients. Avoid overmixing.
  4. Pour the batter evenly into the 12 muffin cups.
  5. Place the muffins in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 350°F. Bake for 22-24 minutes.

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Notes

These muffins can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
For added flavor, you can substitute the zests with other citrus fruits such as lime or grapefruit.
Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

  • Author: Marry
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 34 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg