Best 20 Pear Muffins Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with a delightful journey into the world of pear muffins, where sweet, juicy pears and tender, fluffy muffins collide to create a symphony of flavors. These delectable treats are not just any ordinary muffins; they are culinary masterpieces that combine the goodness of fresh pears with a variety of delectable ingredients to offer an extraordinary eating experience. From the classic and timeless Pear Muffins, bursting with juicy pear chunks and a hint of cinnamon, to the elegant and sophisticated Pear Streusel Muffins, topped with a crunchy oat streusel and a touch of nutmeg, this article presents a collection of exceptional pear muffin recipes that cater to every palate and occasion. Discover the magic of Pear Banana Muffins, where the sweetness of pears is perfectly balanced by the tropical flavors of bananas, or embark on a zesty adventure with Pear Lemon Muffins, where the bright citrus notes of lemon zest elevate the delicate pear flavor. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure perfect texture, moist crumb, and an explosion of pear flavor in every bite. So, whether you seek a comforting breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or a sweet ending to your meal, these pear muffin recipes will satisfy your cravings and leave you yearning for more.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN PEAR MUFFINS



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These muffins are delicious! Chock-full of pears, pecans and down-home goodness, the moist sweet treats are terrific with a glass of cold milk or a steaming cup of coffee. -Laura Ward, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups chopped peeled ripe pears (about 6 medium)
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, combine the eggs, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in the pears and pecans. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PERFECT PEAR MUFFINS



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You can also use tart apples in these light-as-air muffins. The parchment paper cups are very easy but make them look wonderful and special enough for a party! Try serving them warm with some whipped cream cheese.

Provided by joyjoy77

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup diced pears
1 cup buttermilk
2 eggs, separated, yolks lightly beaten
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Sift flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, baking soda, nutmeg, and salt together in a large bowl. Add pears; stir to coat evenly.
  • Combine buttermilk, egg yolks, oil, and vanilla extract in a bowl; mix well. Stir into the pear mixture until batter is just moistened.
  • Beat egg whites in a separate bowl with an electric mixer until stiff but not dry. Fold egg whites into the batter until just barely incorporated. Fill muffin cups 2/3-full with batter.
  • Combine 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon cinnamon together in a bowl; sprinkle over the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until light golden brown and tops spring back when lightly pressed, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 265.7 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

GINGER PEAR MUFFINS



Ginger Pear Muffins image

This wonderful recipe has been in my files for years. The chunks of fresh pear make each bite moist and delicious. -Lorraine Caland, Thunder Bay, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup canola oil
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup buttermilk
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups chopped peeled fresh pears
TOPPING:
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, beat brown sugar, oil and egg until well blended. Beat in buttermilk. In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, ginger, salt and cinnamon; gradually beat into buttermilk mixture until blended. Stir in pears. Fill 18 paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. , For topping, combine brown sugar and ginger. Stir in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over batter. , Bake 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

VANILLA PEAR MUFFINS



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Vanilla and pear are a flavor-match made in heaven. Tender, light, and moist, and with the added goodness of whole wheat flour, these sweet vanilla pear muffins are great for breakfast or a snack. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. These muffins do not freeze well.

Provided by Alberta Rose

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup whole wheat flour
½ cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
½ cup canola oil
1 egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ripe pear - peeled, cored, and diced
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Grease or line 12 muffin cups with paper liners.
  • Whisk whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl. Whisk yogurt, oil, egg, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl until smooth. Stir yogurt mixture into flour mixture until batter is just mixed; fold in pear and pecans. Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups.
  • Place muffin tin in the preheated oven; reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake until tops of muffins are browned and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.2 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 171.2 mg, Sugar 15.6 g

GINGER PEAR MUFFINS



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Pieces of juicy pear inside and a crispy oat bran mixture on top make this tender muffin recipe good for breakfast or even dessert.

Provided by CJ

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

non-stick cooking spray
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¾ teaspoon ground ginger, divided
¼ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup fat-free milk
⅓ cup cooking oil
1 egg, beaten
¾ cup chopped pear
¼ cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon oat bran

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly spray 12 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, and salt together in a bowl; form a well in the center of flour mixture. Whisk milk, oil, and egg together in a small bowl and pour into well. Stir until batter is just moistened; fold in pear and walnuts. Fill prepared muffin cups with batter.
  • Mix oat bran and remaining 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger together in a small bowl; sprinkle over batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean and tops are brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing from muffin cups. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 125.1 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

YOGURT, BANANA, AND PEAR MUFFINS



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Easy, healthy muffins the kids love for snack and for us they are tasty, low fat, and the ground flax seeds make them fiber rich! What else can you ask for!

Provided by Danielle

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Whole Wheat Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
¼ cup ground flax seeds
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 ripe bananas
1 cup white sugar
½ cup light brown sugar
½ cup margarine
3 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup vanilla yogurt
1 ripe pear, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Sift all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, ground flax seeds, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • Combine bananas, white sugar, brown sugar, and margarine in a separate bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla extract. Beat in vanilla yogurt gradually. Beat in flour mixture until well blended. Fold pear into the batter.
  • Fill muffin cups 1/3 of the way with batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tops are browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.9 calories, Carbohydrate 25.6 g, Cholesterol 23.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 146.3 mg, Sugar 16.2 g

GINGERBREAD-PEAR MUFFINS



Gingerbread-Pear Muffins image

A beautiful combination of ginger, molasses, and pear makes these muffins moist and flavorful.

Provided by inspirepassion

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
¾ cup molasses
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 pear - peeled, cored, and diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper liners.
  • Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt together in a large bowl. Beat eggs in a separate bowl; stir in buttermilk, molasses, and vegetable oil until smooth. Mix buttermilk mixture into flour mixture until batter is just moistened; fold in pears. Spoon batter into prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.7 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 283.5 mg, Sugar 17.9 g

HARVEST SPICE MUFFINS (APPLE-PEAR SPICE MUFFINS)



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With an abundance of quickly ripening pears on the counter, and with a crowd of hungry little people to feed, I came up with these tender, lightly sweet, and surprisingly healthy muffins! They passed the Picky Sibling Test with flying colors. I modified a basic apple muffin recipe from a Pennyslvania bed and breakfast, making changes to make the muffins healthier and more unique. I hope you like them too! I used a mixture of apples and pears (two small Bartlett pears and one very small Pink Lady apple), but you could use just apples if that's all you have available. I also used white whole wheat flour (ground from white wheat), which is lighter than regular whole wheat (ground from red wheat). It has the exact same nutritional value but is not as strong-flavored or "heavy," so try it if you can find it!

Provided by A Messy Cook

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 50m

Yield 20 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 eggs
1 cup low-fat milk
1/2 cup olive oil or 1/2 cup canola oil
2 cups diced unpeeled pears, and or 2 cups apples
3 cups white whole wheat flour
1 cup sucanat
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Whisk together eggs, milk, and oil until completely blended.
  • Stir in diced fruit.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in separate bowl.
  • Add dry to wet ingredients and stir just until blended.
  • Let batter sit for 15-20 minutes: this is optional, but I think it makes the muffins rise higher. (You could also let the batter sit after you divide it into the muffin cups, instead of before.).
  • Divide batter between 20 greased muffin cups and bake at 400 for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown on top.
  • Serve warm with a drizzle of honey!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.6, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 19.2, Sodium 202.1, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 2.3, Protein 3.5

SPICED PEAR MUFFINS



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I got this outstanding recipe from the custodian at our church, who fixes these moist, fruity muffins and shares them with friends. He gave me one to try a couple years ago, and I was hooked. The tasty combination of pears and spices is irresistible. -Linda Jachimstal, Manitowoc, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen mini muffins or 16 regular muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons molasses
1-1/2 cups finely chopped peeled pears (about 2 medium)
1/2 cup raisins
1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In another bowl, beat the egg, yogurt, oil and molasses until smooth. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in pears, raisins and walnuts. , Fill greased or paper-lined miniature muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until muffins test done. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 225mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PEAR-AND-GRANOLA MUFFINS



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The crunchy topping is a perfect foil to the soft and juicy pears inside. Enjoy these muffins for breakfast or anytime you feel like a snack.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole-wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 large eggs
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3/4 cup plain granola
2 D'Anjou pears (2 cups), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 Granola Crisp Topping or 3/4 cup plain granola
1/2 cup granola
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a 12-cup standard muffin tin with paper liners; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together flours, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, yogurt, and butter. Make a well in the center of flour mixture. Add egg mixture to well, and mix in flour mixture until just combined. Gently fold in the granola and pears.
  • Make Granola Crisp Topping: In a bowl, toss together 1/2 cup granola, 1/4 cup each all-purpose flour and packed light-brown sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut 3 tablespoons chilled unsalted butter into pieces; add to granola mixture, and rub in with fingertips until clumps form.
  • Divide batter evenly among lined cups, filling each 3/4 full. Sprinkle with granola topping. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from tin. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g

MAPLE PEAR OATMEAL MUFFINS



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While browsing my cookbooks, I found this recipe from the Culinary Institute of America. Have not tried this yet but wanted to keep it here so that I don't forget it. Looks just yummy. (4 points)

Provided by justcallmetoni

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour or 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons pecans, chopped finely
1 1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats, not instant or 1 1/2 cups oats
1 large bosc pears or 1 large Anjou pear, firm but ripe
1 cup fat-free buttermilk
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 egg
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare muffin cups with a light coating of cooking spray.
  • Combine dry ingredients (flours, baking soda, baking powder, salt and cinnamon) together in a bowl.
  • Core and dice the pears into small chunks. Combine the pears, buttermilk, maple syrup, oil, sugar, egg and all but 2 tablespoons of the oatmeal together in a second bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Combine the pecans and reserved oatmeal together to use as a topping for the muffins. Set aside.
  • Combine the wet and dry ingredients together until just mixed. Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling 2/3s full. Sprinkle with the pecan/oatmeal mix. Bake 18 to 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes and remove from pan.
  • Serve warm or let the muffins finish cooling on a rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 17.6, Sodium 243.4, Carbohydrate 38.6, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 16.2, Protein 4.5

EASY GINGER PEAR MUFFINS



Easy Ginger Pear Muffins image

Quick healthy muffins, great for after-school snacks!

Provided by Share.Harvey

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Pear Dessert Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

nonstick cooking spray
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon cinnamon-flavored applesauce
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups peeled and diced pears
1 cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 12-cup muffin tin with nonstick spray.
  • Combine eggs and applesauce in a bowl. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a second bowl.
  • Combine pears, sugar, and ginger in a third, large bowl. Add egg mixture; stir until well blended. Add flour mixture, 1 cup at a time, until just moistened. Fill the prepared muffin cups 2/3 full with batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until light golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.1 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 234.5 mg, Sugar 19.6 g

VANILLA-PEAR MUFFINS



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Bartletts are excellent for this but others will do also. Pick pears that are slightly underripe.

Provided by TerryWilson

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup buttermilk
½ cup canola oil
2 eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 pounds pears - peeled, cored, and coarsely chopped
1 cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons ground walnuts
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 14 muffin cups.
  • Whisk flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl.
  • Whisk buttermilk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl. Pour in flour mixture; mix just until moistened. Fold pears and chopped walnuts into the batter with a few quick strokes.
  • Spoon batter into the muffin cups, filling them to the top.
  • Mix 3 tablespoons sugar, ground walnuts, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon together in a small bowl to make topping. Sprinkle topping evenly over batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes. Place muffin tins on a wire rack; cool for 5 minutes before removing muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 294.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 27.1 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 222.8 mg, Sugar 17.3 g

PEAR AND GRANOLA WHOLE WHEAT MUFFINS



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Categories     Bread     Egg     Breakfast     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Pear     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup pear nectar
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup all purpose flour
2/3 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/2 cup low-fat granola
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups finely chopped unpeeled pear (about 1 medium)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line ten 1/3-cup muffin cups with foil muffin papers. Whisk first 5 ingredients in large bowl to blend. Stir both flours and sugar in medium bowl until no sugar lumps remain. Mix in granola, baking powder, nutmeg and salt. Add pear; toss to coat. Stir flour mixture into egg mixture just to blend (batter will be thick). Divide among prepared muffin cups, mounding in center.
  • Bake muffins until golden brown and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Transfer muffins to rack and cool.

PEAR, RICOTTA AND ROSEMARY CORN MUFFINS



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Indulge yourself by spreading a pat of butter over each of these warm, scrumptious pear and ricotta muffins. Add a drizzle of honey for that over-the-top goodness. -Joseph Sciascia, San Mateo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 cups chopped peeled ripe pears

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine golden raisins, orange juice, butter and rosemary; microwave, covered, on high 1 minute. In a large bowl, whisk flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, ricotta and lemon zest until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in raisin mixture. Gently stir in pears (batter will be thick). Divide batter among 12 greased muffin cups. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 18-22 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEAR PECAN MUFFINS



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Make and share this Pear Pecan Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 cups chopped and peeled pears
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together the first 5 ingredients.
  • In a second bowl, mix together eggs, oil, and vanilla.
  • Make a well in the dry ingredients; pour liquid ingredients into center of well; stir until dry ingredients are just moistened.
  • Fold in the pears and pecans.
  • Fill paper lined muffin cups two-third full.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until test done.
  • Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to wire rack to complete cooling.

JUMBO MAPLE PEAR OATMEAL MUFFINS



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My take on Recipe 152594. I didn't have fresh pears (as the original called for) soI used canned. It makes a tender, moist muffin with a sweet crunchy topping.

Provided by cjbamboo

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups oats
2/3 cup pears with juice
2/3 cup soymilk
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 cup Splenda granular
1/3 cup sugar-free maple syrup
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 cup egg white
1 tablespoon Splenda sugar substitute
1/2 tablespoon coconut
1 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 and spray jumbo muffin tins with cooking spray.
  • Combine flour through salt in large bowl.
  • Combine remaining ingredients (less 2 tbsp oats for topping) in another bowl and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Mix wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  • Spoon batter into tins.
  • Mix reserved oats, Splenda, coconut and butter and sprinkle on muffins.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes until toothpick comes out clean. Cool in page for 5 minutes and then remove from pan.

PEAR-OATMEAL MUFFINS



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Make and share this Pear-Oatmeal Muffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 28m

Yield 18 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup quick-cooking oats, divided
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 cups chopped ripe pears
3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/3 cup light ricotta cheese
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 large egg white
1 large egg
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°.
  • Combine 1/2 cup oats, flour, and next 6 ingredients (flour through allspice) in a large bowl.
  • Stir in pear, and make a well in center of mixture. Combine buttermilk and next 5 ingredients (buttermilk through egg), and stir well with a whisk. Add to flour mixture, stirring just until moist.
  • Spoon batter into 18 muffin cups coated with cooking spray; sprinkle 1/2 cup oats evenly over batter.
  • Bake at 400° for 18 minutes or until done. Remove from pans immediately, and cool on a wire rack.

FROM THE PANTRY: VEGAN PEAR, CRANBERRY AND PECAN MUFFINS



From the Pantry: Vegan Pear, Cranberry and Pecan Muffins image

You have no eggs or milk of any kind, and your pantry is bare, so baking is out of the question, right? Wrong! These clever muffins use cornstarch instead of eggs and canned-fruit syrup in place of milk. Use whatever nut or dried fruit you have on hand and canned peaches if you don't have pears. No trip to the store for provisions necessary!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 14

Cooking spray
1/2 cup pecans, walnuts or almonds
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon fine salt
One 15.25-ounce can pears packed in syrup
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup dried cranberries, cherries or raisins
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with muffin liners, and spray with cooking spray.
  • Spread the pecans out on a rimmed baking sheet, and bake until toasted and golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool, and roughly chop.
  • Whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger and salt in a large bowl.
  • Chop the pears into 1/2-inch pieces, and set aside. Pour the syrup into a liquid measuring cup. Pour off any excess syrup, or add water if needed, to make 3/4 cup.
  • Whisk together the syrup, oil, granulated sugar and vanilla in medium bowl. Pour the mixture into the flour mixture, and add the pears, pecans and 1/4 cup of the cranberries. Gently fold the mixture together until almost completely combined (it's OK if there are a few lumps).
  • Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, and press some of the remaining 1/4 cup cranberries into the top of each. Bake until lightly golden and the muffins bounce back when pressed in the center, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool for a few minutes in the tin, then remove and let cool completely on a rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar before serving.

GLAZED PEAR MUFFINS ( WEIGHT WATCHERS)



Glazed Pear Muffins ( Weight Watchers) image

Found this recipe from a email I received from the Weight Watcher's site. I thought I'd share it here and to make sure I didn't lose the recipe. Points Valve :3

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 45m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large pears, ripen with skin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup sour cream
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup skim milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 teaspoons warm water, more if necessary

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375' and spray a muffin pan with a cooking spray.
  • Core and chop the pears into tiny bite size pieces and place into a bowl.
  • Add cinnamon, sugar and lemon juice to the bowl of pears. Stir and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, egg, 1 teaspoons vanilla extract and milk. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder.
  • Make a well in center of the flour mixture and pour in the sour cream mixture and the fruit mixture, by adding in, in small batches. Mix until barely blended. Do not over beat!
  • Drop by Tablespoons into prepared muffin tins. Fill 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cool 5 minutes in the pan.
  • Remove muffins from the tin and let cool completey before glazing the muffins.
  • While they are cooling you can go ahead and make the glaze.
  • In a bowl mix together powered sugar, ginger,.
  • vanilla extract and water.
  • Add another tsp of water if the glaze is to think.
  • Spread a thin layer of glaze over each cooled muffin.

Tips:

  • Use ripe, firm pears for the best flavor and texture.
  • Peel and core the pears before chopping them to avoid a gritty texture.
  • Chop the pears into small pieces so that they distribute evenly throughout the muffins.
  • Be sure to mix the dry ingredients thoroughly before adding the wet ingredients.
  • Do not overmix the batter; overmixing can result in tough muffins.
  • Fill the muffin cups evenly; this will ensure that all of the muffins are the same size and shape.
  • Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the muffins to cool completely before frosting or serving.

Conclusion:

These pear muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast or snack. They are perfect for using up ripe pears, and they can be customized with different spices and add-ins to suit your taste. Whether you enjoy them plain, with a dollop of frosting, or topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, these muffins are sure to be a hit. So next time you have a craving for something sweet and satisfying, give these pear muffins a try!

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