Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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18
servings
0.75 cup

butter

softened

0.5 cup

sugar

2 unit

eggs

large

1 tbsp

rum

1 tsp

vanilla extract

3 tbsp

milk

0.5 tsp

cinnamon

ground

2 tsp

baking powder

2.25 cup

flour

unbleached all-purpose

0.25 cup

almonds

ground

1 tbsp

orange zest

grated

0.25 cup

raisins

seedless

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 375F (190C).

Step 2
~5 min

Grease muffin tins.

Step 3
~5 min

Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 4
~5 min

Beat in eggs, rum, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5
~5 min

Add milk and mix.

Step 6
~5 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together cinnamon, baking powder, and flour.

Step 7
~5 min

Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 8
~5 min

Gently fold in ground almonds, grated orange zest, and raisins.

Step 9
~5 min

Pour batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each tin about half full.

Step 10
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11
~5 min

Remove muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tins for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, toast the almonds before grinding.

Use a cookie scoop for consistent muffin size.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Batter can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coffee or tea.

Enjoy as a snack or dessert.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fruit salad
Yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Traditional German baking

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Dessert
Holiday Baking

Popularity Score

60/100

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