Description
These Orange Cardamom Carrot Muffins feature a creamy cheesecake filling and a delicate orange-cardamom glaze, making them a delightful treat for any occasion. They are incredibly moist and bursting with flavor, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
- 150g (1.3 cups) All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure.
- 100g (0.5 cup) Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness.
- 80g (0.3 cup) Brown Sugar: Adds molasses flavor and moisture.
- 1.5 tsp (7g) Baking Powder: Leavening agent for a light texture.
- 0.5 tsp (2g) Baking Soda: Leavening agent, reacts with acidity.
- 1 tsp (5g) Ground Cinnamon: Warm, aromatic spice.
- 0.25 tsp (1g) Ground Nutmeg: Subtle warmth and depth.
- 0.25 tsp (1g) Salt: Enhances flavors.
- 120ml (0.5 cup) Vegetable Oil: Provides moisture and tenderness.
- 2 Large Eggs: Binds ingredients and adds richness.
- 100g (1 cup) Grated Carrots: The star ingredient.
- 120ml (0.5 cup) Plain Yogurt: Adds moisture and tanginess.
- 200g (7oz) Cream Cheese, Softened: Base for creamy cheesecake filling.
- 60g (0.5 cup) Granulated Sugar (for filling): Sweetens the filling.
- 1 Large Egg (for filling): Binds the filling.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Vanilla Extract: Enhances filling flavors.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) Orange Zest (for filling): Adds citrus aroma and flavor.
- 0.5 tsp (1g) Ground Cardamom (for filling): Fragrant spice.
- 120g (1 cup) Powdered Sugar (for glaze): Creates a glossy glaze.
- 2 tbsp (30ml) Orange Juice: Adds orange flavor to glaze.
- 1 tsp (5ml) Orange Zest (for glaze): Intensifies orange flavor.
- 0.25 tsp (0.5g) Ground Cardamom (for glaze): Adds warmth to glaze.
- 2 tbsp (15g) Toasted Coconut Flakes: Adds texture and tropical flavor.
- Extra Orange Zest (for dusting): For garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk oil, sugars, and eggs until smooth.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Gently add wet to dry ingredients, stir until just combined.
- Fold in Carrots & Yogurt: Fold in grated carrots and yogurt.
- Prepare Cheesecake Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, egg, vanilla, orange zest, and cardamom until smooth.
- Assemble Muffins: Spoon batter into liners, top with cheesecake filling, then more batter.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 20-22 minutes, until golden brown.
- Glaze While Warm: Whisk powdered sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and cardamom.
- Glaze & Garnish: Drizzle glaze over warm muffins and sprinkle with coconut flakes and orange zest.
Notes
For a smoother cheesecake filling, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened. Don’t overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg