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Nigella Spécial occasion Muffins

Nigella Christmas Muffins
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Indulge in the festive spirit with these delightful Nigella Spécial occasion Muffins, a perfect companion for holiday gatherings or cozy breakfasts. Bursting with the warm flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg, complemented by zesty clementines and tart cranberries, these muffins are light, fluffy, and irresistibly delicious. They are quick to prepare—ready to enjoy in just 35 minutes! With an easy-to-follow recipe that invites family participation, these muffins bring joy to every baking session. Serve them fresh out of the oven or store them for later; they remain moist and flavorful for days. Treat yourself and your loved ones to this seasonal favorite!

Ingredients

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  • 250 grams plain flour
  • 100 grams caster sugar
  • 2½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 clementines (juice and zest)
  • 125 milliliters full-fat milk
  • 75 milliliters vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 175 grams dried cranberries
  • 3 teaspoons demerara sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C Fan) and line a muffin tin with muffin papers.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, caster sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Zest the clementines directly into the dry mix.
  4. In a jug, squeeze the juice from the clementines and add milk until you reach a total volume of 200ml. Mix in vegetable oil and egg, then lightly beat together.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  6. Fold in dried cranberries.
  7. Spoon the batter into muffin cases and sprinkle demerara sugar on top.
  8. Bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown.

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