| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 20 mins – 25 mins | Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 280 | 10g | 6g | 42g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 20g | 1g | 5g | 0.3g |
Drum roll, please, because today we’ll be diving into a personal favorite of mine – the sublime and sensational White Cinnamon Vanilla Muffins. Inspired by my early life in the picturesque landscapes of Montana, where fresh fruits are commonplace and baking was a beloved pastime, these muffins capture the warmth, comfort, and exploration of flavors that my upbringing imparted in my culinary journey.
A Fresh Twist on a Classic Recipe
If you think muffins are just ordinary breakfast fare or an afterthought on a brunch table, let me assure you, these White Cinnamon Vanilla Muffins will swiftly change your opinion. Just like a Montana sunrise brings unexpected colors to the sky, these muffins bring an unexpected combination of flavors. The fresh dragon fruit is the heart of this recipe. It lends a sweetness and lightness that perfectly balances the warm, comforting hint of cinnamon and the soothing notes of vanilla.
These muffins are reminiscent of traditional fruit muffins but with an added exotic twist thanks to the dragon fruit. They would complement a pot of fresh coffee or a warm cup of earl grey tea particularly well. Moreover, they can hold their own next to Cherry-Almond Muffins or a basket of Blueberry Corn Muffins.
Decadence Meets Nutrition
While it would be a stretch to call these muffins “healthy”, they are more nutritionally balanced than many other muffin varieties out there. One key health advantage of these muffins comes from the use of dragon fruit. Dragon fruit is not only delicious but is also an excellent source of vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants, all of which support a healthy immune system.
And let’s also not forget the noted benefits of cinnamon as an anti-inflammatory agent. It manages to make these muffins not just incredibly scrumptious, but also a slight nod towards a healthier lifestyle—a compromise I’m always happy to make.
These muffins straddle the line between comfort and novelty, familiarity and adventure, and that’s what I adore about them. So go forth, and enjoy the White Cinnamon Vanilla Muffins, a delectable souvenir from my childhood kitchen to yours.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup All-Purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup Whole milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Fresh white dragon fruit, diced
- 1 tsp White sugar for topping
Method
Step One
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or thoroughly grease and flour the entire muffin tin – be sure not to miss any spots.
Step Two
In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp ground cinnamon. Whisk until all of the dry ingredients are well combined.
Step Three
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 1/2 cup whole milk, 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract. Make sure that all of these are mixed properly together.
Step Four
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring and folding until the ingredients are incorporated. Stop as soon as there is no visible flour – do not overmix or the muffins can become tough.
Step Five
Fold in 1 cup of fresh white dragon fruit dice. Stir gently to combine and distribute the fruits without crushing them.
Step Six
Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup just about to the top. Sprinkle each muffin evenly with a little bit of white sugar for extra sparkle and crunch on the top.
Step Seven
Bake in the preheated oven for around 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in the tin for about 10 minutes then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm!
