CRUNCHY ORANGE MUFFINS

Crunchy Orange Muffins image

The topping on these muffins reminds me of a crumb cake. I like to bake a big batch and store some in the freezer to serve to guests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

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Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 large egg
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
STREUSEL TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the egg, oil, orange juice and zest; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased muffin cups two-thirds full. , Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle heaping tablespoonfuls on each muffin. Bake at 375° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 148mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.