SPICED SWEET POTATO MUFFINS

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Minced gingerroot and dried orange peel enhance the taste of these spiced muffins. I especially love the whipped ginger butter served with these holiday treats. -Susan Bracken, State College, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
3 teaspoons grated orange zest
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup cold mashed sweet potatoes (prepared without milk and butter)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
GINGER BUTTER:
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, 1 cup sugar, orange zest, baking powder, ginger, salt and baking soda. In a small bowl, combine eggs and sweet potatoes; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Combine cinnamon and remaining sugar; sprinkle over batter. , Bake at 400° for 16-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. , In a small bowl, combine the ginger butter ingredients. Serve with warm muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 347mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Pramod Chaudhary
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These muffins were a great way to start my day. They're filling and flavorful, and the spices give them a nice kick. I'll definitely be making them again.


Lawrence Sky
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These muffins were easy to make and turned out great! I used a gluten-free flour blend, and they still came out perfectly. I'll definitely be making these again.


Bonnie Aguilar
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These muffins were delicious! I love the combination of sweet potatoes and spices. I'll definitely be making them again.


Singto Divine
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These muffins were a bit dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding a little more oil next time.


Margaret Silungwe
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I'm not a big fan of muffins, but I really enjoyed these. They're not too sweet, and the spices are perfectly balanced.


Kabiru Shehu
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These muffins were a great way to use up some leftover sweet potatoes. They're moist and flavorful, and the spices really make them special.


Alexia Bando
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I made these muffins for a party, and they were gone in minutes! Everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making them again.


romell barkus
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These muffins were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Daniel Marcu
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I've made these muffins several times now, and they're always a hit. I love that they're a healthy and delicious way to start the day. I usually add a few extra spices, like nutmeg and cloves, to give them a little extra flavor.


Ty'lynn Taylor
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These muffins were easy to make and turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and they were perfectly moist and flavorful. I think they're the perfect fall breakfast or snack.


awais jatt
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I'm not a big fan of sweet potatoes, but I was pleasantly surprised by these muffins. They're not overly sweet, and the spices really shine through. I especially like the addition of ginger and cinnamon.


Masud Hossain
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These muffins were a hit with my family! They're moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness. I used a combination of regular and sweet potatoes, and they turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making these again.