Imagine biting into a warm, fluffy muffin bursting with zesty orange flavor, topped with a buttery crumble that melts in your mouth. These Mini Orange Crumble Top Muffins are not just a recipe, they're a morning game-changer that will transform your breakfast routine from boring to extraordinary! Perfect for busy mornings, weekend brunches, or when you need a delightful sweet treat that takes just 35 minutes to prepare.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/2 cup crumble topping
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and orange zest until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.
- For the crumble topping, in a small bowl, combine softened butter, powdered sugar, and a pinch of flour, mixing until it forms a crumbly texture.
- Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over each muffin batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the orange butter, mix softened butter with powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth and creamy.
- Serve muffins warm with a side of orange butter for spreading.
Tips
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure buttermilk, egg, and butter are at room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
- Don't Overmix: Gently fold wet and dry ingredients just until combined. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense muffins.
- Crumble Topping Trick: For extra crispy crumble, refrigerate the topping for 10 minutes before sprinkling on muffins.
- Check Doneness: Use the toothpick test - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Storage Hack: These muffins stay fresh in an airtight container for 2-3 days, or freeze for up to a month.
- Orange Zest Secret: Use fresh orange zest for the most vibrant citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg
