ORANGE YOGURT MUFFINS

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Bold orange flavor and a sweet glaze on top make these light muffins extra special. "They are a great addition to any meal," notes Anne Prince of Courtland, Virginia.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup sugar, divided
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
2 tablespoons water
5 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup plain yogurt
3/4 cup 2% milk
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup sugar, orange zest and water. Cook and stir over low heat for 3-5 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Add butter; stir until melted. Remove from the heat; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and remaining sugar. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, yogurt, milk and reserved butter mixture. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill each with a scant 1/4 cup of batter. Bake at 375° for 13-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Combine glaze ingredients; spoon about 1-1/2 teaspoons over each warm muffin. Remove from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

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