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Muffins Frangipane

Muffins Frangipane
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Muffins Frangipane are tender, moist muffins filled with a rich almond cream that combines all-purpose flour and almond flour, creating a perfect fusion of nutty flavor and fluffy texture. This recipe uses simple pantry ingredients and a luscious almond frangipane filling for an elegant treat perfect for breakfast, tea, or dessert.

Ingredients

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Muffin Batter

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (or vegan butter for vegan option)
  • 2 large eggs (or 2 flax eggs for vegan option)
  • 1/2 cup milk (or plant-based milk for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Frangipane Filling

  • 1/2 cup almond flour (fresh and fine)
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (or vegan butter)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons ground almonds for added texture

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Frangipane Filling: In a bowl, combine almond flour, powdered sugar, softened butter, egg, and almond extract. Mix well until smooth and creamy. Set aside this frangipane mixture to fill the muffins.
  2. Mix the Muffin Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs with melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to keep the batter light and airy.
  3. Assemble the Muffins: Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly. Spoon a layer of muffin batter into each cup, add a dollop of frangipane cream in the center, then cover with additional muffin batter until nearly full.
  4. Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes or until muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the muffin (avoiding the frangipane center) comes out clean. Allow muffins to cool in the pan before transferring to a rack.
  5. Optional Finishing Touch: Once cooled, dust the muffins lightly with powdered sugar or brush with warm apricot jam for a shiny, attractive finish.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter, eggs, and milk for better mixing and texture.
  • Do not overmix the muffin batter to avoid dense muffins; stir just until combined.
  • Use fresh almond flour to ensure the best flavor and avoid off-tastes.
  • Do not overfill muffin cups to prevent overflowing during baking.
  • Check muffins a few minutes before the suggested baking time as ovens can vary.

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Keywords: muffins, frangipane, almond cream, baked treats, almond flour, gluten-free muffins, breakfast, dessert

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