ORANGE-RAISIN STICKY MUFFINS

Orange-Raisin Sticky Muffins image

These finger-licking muffins have the appeal of old-fashioned sticky buns without the fuss of yeast dough. Their delightful blend of flavors comes from walnuts, raisins, cinnamon and sunny orange zest. They're a sure morning eye-opener and a treat anytime. -Sandi Ritchey, Silverton, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped raisins
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
TOPPING:
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
MUFFINS:
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
2/3 cup whole milk
1/4 cup honey
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons grated orange zest

Steps:

Combine raisins, sugar and cinnamon; set aside. Combine the topping ingredients and spoon 1 teaspoonful into 12 greased muffin cups. Set aside. , In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Beat egg, milk, honey, butter and orange zest; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Spoon 1 tablespoon of batter into the prepared muffin cups; sprinkle with raisin mixture. Top with remaining batter. , Bake at 375° for 16-20 minutes or until muffins test done. Cool for 5 minutes; invert pan onto a lightly buttered foil-lined shallow baking pan. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.