Best 3 Yummy Orange Yogurt Muffins Recipes

Orange yogurt muffins are a delightful treat that combines the tangy sweetness of oranges with the creamy richness of yogurt. These muffins are not only delicious but also incredibly moist and fluffy, making them a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or afternoon snack. The orange zest and juice infuse the muffins with a vibrant citrus flavor, while the yogurt adds a touch of tanginess and helps keep the muffins moist. These muffins are easy to make and require simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. In addition to the classic orange yogurt muffin recipe, this article also includes variations such as chocolate orange muffins, cranberry orange muffins, and even a gluten-free orange yogurt muffin recipe. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner in the kitchen, you'll find a recipe here that you'll love. So preheat your oven and get ready to indulge in the delightful flavors of orange yogurt muffins!

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LEMON AND ORANGE YOGURT MUFFINS

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Add some zing to your muffins with lemon and orange zest for a bright and sunny breakfast. These cake-like muffins are tender and moist with a pop of citrus flavor.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

cooking spray
½ cup toasted sliced almonds
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon almond extract
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
1 cup low-fat vanilla Greek yogurt (such as Cabot™)
1 cup white sugar
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup almond flour (such as Bob's Red Mill®)
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon turbinado sugar

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray.
Combine almonds, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, 1 tablespoon orange zest, honey, and almond extract in a small mixing bowl until crumbly. Set topping aside.
Stir melted butter, 2 tablespoons lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon orange zest together in a small bowl. Stir yogurt, 1 cup sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract together in another small bowl until evenly blended.
Whisk flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Add butter and yogurt mixtures. Beat with an electric hand mixer on low speed until just combined.
Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each almost to the top. Spoon on the almond topping and sprinkle with turbinado sugar.
Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18 to 20 minutes. Cool in the tin for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from pan and allow to cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 67.9 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 206.5 mg, Sugar 23.5 g

ORANGE YOGURT MUFFINS

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Bold orange flavor and a sweet glaze on top make these light muffins extra special. "They are a great addition to any meal," notes Anne Prince of Courtland, Virginia.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1/2 cup sugar, divided
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
2 tablespoons water
5 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup plain yogurt
3/4 cup 2% milk
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup sugar, orange zest and water. Cook and stir over low heat for 3-5 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Add butter; stir until melted. Remove from the heat; set aside. , In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and remaining sugar. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, yogurt, milk and reserved butter mixture. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , Coat muffin cups with cooking spray; fill each with a scant 1/4 cup of batter. Bake at 375° for 13-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Combine glaze ingredients; spoon about 1-1/2 teaspoons over each warm muffin. Remove from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ORANGE YOGURT MUFFINS

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From William Sonoma kitchen library. I love the light flavor of these muffins. You can choose to serve as is or top with the optional glaze I've included with the recipe. updated/correction 2/4/09 - Due to the reviews I realize I need to adjust the servings and the ingredient measurements for the glaze. ***

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories Quick Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

3 large oranges
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 cups flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup sugar (additional, not a mistake)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
3/4 cup plain yogurt
3/4 cup milk
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh squeezed orange juice (from oranges above)
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, sifted
1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375F (190C) and butter or spray standard muffin tins.
Finely grate the zest from the oranges (zest only the bright orange portion of the peel)- you will end up with approximately 1/4 c of zest.
In a small saucepan, combine the zest, first 1/4 cup of sugar and the water; stir together over medium heat for about 2 minutes until sugar dissolves.
Add the butter and stir until melted, about 1 minute more.
Set aside orange zest mixture.
In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and the second 1/4 cup of sugar.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, yogurt, milk and reserved orange zest mixture until smooth.
Add the flour mixture and stir just until blended (do not overmix).
Spoon into prepared muffin tins, filling each cup three-quarters full.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until pick inserted in center comes out clean.
Cool in tins for 3-5 minutes and then remove and cool completely on wire rack.
****FOR GLAZE****.
Combine all the ingredients for the glaze in a small bowl and whisk together briskly until smooth and very well blended.
If glaze is too stiff, beat in a few more drops of orange juice.
Brush or spoon over the muffins while they are still a bit warm.
You will end up with almost 1/2 cup of glaze which should be enough for the 18 muffins.

Tips:

Prep Work: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line muffin tins with paper liners. If you don't have muffin tins, you can also use a loaf pan.
Zest First: Before juicing your oranges, zest them first. This will give your muffins a brighter citrus flavor.
Don't Overmix: Overmixing the batter will make your muffins tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Fill to the Top: Fill your muffin tins to the top with batter. This will help the muffins rise evenly.
Bake Until Golden: Bake the muffins for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

These orange yogurt muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. They are also a great way to use up leftover oranges. With their moist and fluffy texture, tangy orange flavor, and yogurty goodness, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty muffin recipe, give these orange yogurt muffins a try!