Grand marniercranberry nut muffins recipe
Grand Marnier>Cranberry Nut Muffins recipe
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Looking for a delicious and festive muffin recipe? Look no further than the Grand Marnier Cranberry Nut Muffins! This recipe combines the tangy flavor of cranberries with the rich and citrusy taste of Grand Marnier liqueur, resulting in a delightful treat. The addition of nuts adds a crunchy texture and enhances the overall flavor profile. These muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack any time of the day. Get ready to indulge in the perfect blend of sweet, tart, and nutty flavors!Keywords: Grand Marnier, cranberry, nut, muffins, festive
Grand marniercranberry nut muffins recipe details
- Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1-1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons grated orange peel
- 1-1/2 teaspoons nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup butter or shortening
- 1 Tablespoon vanilla
- 2 eggs, slightly beaten
- 3/4 cup orange juice
- 1-1/2 cups dried cranberries
- 1-1/2 cups chopped nuts
- 1/2 cup Grand Marnier
Soak dried cranberries in 1/2 cup Grand Marnier and 1/2 cup orange juice overnight. In a medium bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, orange peel, nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, and baking soda. Cut in butter with pastry cutter or two knives. In a separate bowl, mix juice, vanilla, and slightly beaten eggs. Combine with dry mixture. Drain cranberries and add to mixture. Fold in nuts.
Fill well-greased muffin tins. Bake in 350 degree oven. Bake 2-1/2 inch muffins (18 muffins) for 25 minutes or 3-1/2 inch muffins (9 muffins) for 28 minutes. Serve with cranberry nut butter.
Notes: Garnish with twisted slice of orange and sprig of nutmeg geranium. The secret is in the marinating of the cranberries!
Serves: 8 Preparation time: 30 minutes
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