BLACKCURRANT MUFFINS

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This is one of JeBouffe's favorite recipes. The blackcurrant is commonly used in Quebecois cuisine, but may not be available fresh in many parts of the U.S. This recipe has very light flavoring, so that the tartness of the blackcurrant berry can shine through!

Provided by Lori Loucas

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 c butter
1/2 c sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 c yogurt
2 Tbsp lime juice (or lemon juice)
1 1/2 c all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1 c blackcurrant
*BLACKCURRANT SUBSTITUTES: ELDERBERRIES OR BLUEBERRIES OR RED CURRANTS OR GOOSEBERRIES

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350F (180C). Wash the Blackcurrants and set aside.
  • 2. In a bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar to create a cream. Add the eggs, lime juice and yogurt. Stir with a whisk to obtain a smooth mixture.
  • 3. In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Add the liquid preparation and mix gently.
  • 4. Add the blackcurrants, folding the dough gently with a spatula.
  • 5. Pour into molds. Bake 35 minutes.

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