MERRY CHRISTMAS MUFFINS

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These moist, fruity muffins are packed with hearty ingredients and spread with a creamy orange-flavored frosting. Served with coffee, they're a favorite with Christmas guests. -Ada Kirkland, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 16 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs
1 cup vegetable oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups grated carrots
1 medium tart apple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped dried mixed fruit
1/2 cup raisins
FROSTING:
3 tablespoons butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon orange juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chopped candied cherries

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, beat eggs, oil and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in carrots, apple, coconut, fruit and raisins. Fill 16 paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until muffins test done. Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. For frosting, combine butter, cream cheese, sugar, juice and vanilla in a bowl; beat until smooth and creamy. Spread over muffins. Sprinkle with cherries.

Nutrition Facts :

Zainab Abass
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I'm not a fan of these muffins. They're too sweet and the texture is off.


Akil Jan
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I would not recommend this recipe. There are better muffin recipes out there.


Muzamil Khan
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These muffins are just okay. They're not bad, but they're not great either.


Suntas Khan
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I've tried this recipe several times, and it never seems to turn out right. I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong.


Zingisa Mayekiso
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These muffins were a big disappointment. They were bland and boring.


Kumar Sanga
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my muffins turned out really flat and dense. They didn't look anything like the pictures.


Andre Bernard
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These muffins were a waste of time and ingredients. They were dry, crumbly, and flavorless.


Nino Haggins
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my muffins didn't turn out as well as I hoped. They were a bit dense and didn't have much flavor.


Youbbt Hhfifuc
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I found these muffins to be a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Abdullahshah6969
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These muffins were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.


Emy Kwesi bello
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I've made these muffins several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're moist, flavorful, and the perfect holiday treat.


Ajab Khan
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These muffins are a must-have for my Christmas morning breakfast. They're always a hit with my family and friends.


Jill Lotzer
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I love these muffins! They're so easy to make, and they always turn out great.


Michael Montgomery
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These muffins were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly, and they turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making them again.


Raj Bm
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I made these muffins for my family on Christmas morning, and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, and they were gone in no time.


Kevin Stewart
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These muffins were a hit at my Christmas party! They were so moist and flavorful, and the cranberries and walnuts added a nice festive touch.