Best 2 Best Tropical Muffins Recipes

Indulge your senses with a tropical paradise in every bite of these delectable Tropical Muffins. These muffins are a symphony of vibrant flavors and textures, capturing the essence of the tropics with every heavenly morsel. Choose from three tantalizing recipes, each offering a unique journey to paradise. Dive into the classic Tropical Muffins, bursting with pineapple, coconut, and a touch of lime zest. For a creamy twist, surrender to the magic of Tropical Muffins with Cream Cheese Filling, where a luscious cream cheese filling complements the tropical medley. And for those who love a burst of citrus, embark on an adventure with the Tropical Orange Muffins, where sweet oranges dance harmoniously with the tropical trio. Whichever recipe you select, prepare to be whisked away to a tropical oasis with every bite of these extraordinary muffins.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY MORNING GLORY MUFFINS

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These easy and tasty muffins are a glorious way to start any day. They combine the great taste and chewy texture of carrots with the wonderful flavors of apple, raisins, coconut, walnuts, and cinnamon.

Provided by Debbie Clarke

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes Carrot Muffin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ¼ cups white sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded carrots
½ cup raisins
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup unsweetened flaked coconut
1 apple - peeled, cored and shredded
3 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups, or line with paper muffin liners.
In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the carrot, raisins, nuts, coconut, and apple.
In a separate bowl, beat together eggs, oil, and vanilla. Stir egg mixture into the carrot/flour mixture, just until moistened. Scoop batter into prepared muffin cups.
Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 46.5 mg, Fat 25.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 289 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

TROPICAL MUFFINS

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This recipe is very adaptable. You can make these muffins with what you have on hand and to fit any occasion. Great for using little bits of this and that.

Provided by Dragoness

Categories Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar, less,to taste
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried pineapple or 1 cup currants
3/4 cup chopped nuts, your choice or 3/4 cup macadamia nuts (good with tropical fruits)
2 eggs
1 cup sour cream
6 teaspoons oil
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

Mix together flour, sugars, baking powder, soda and salt.
Stir in fruit and nuts.
Whisk together eggs, sour cream, oil and vanilla.
Make a well in the dry ingredients, pour in liquid mixture and stir to combine.
Spoon into 12 large muffin cups and bake in preheated 400F oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they test done.

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe fruit. This will give your muffins the best flavor and texture.
Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make your muffins tough.
Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full. This will allow the muffins to rise properly.
Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Overbaking can dry out the muffins.
Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help prevent the muffins from sticking to the pan.

Conclusion:

Tropical muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a sweet and tropical treat, give one of these recipes a try.