Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup chopped dates
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
1. Preheat & Prep
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
- Line or grease a 12-cup muffin tin
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk:
- orange juice
- Egg
- Melted butter
- Honey
3. Prepare Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, sift together:
- Flour
- Baking soda
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Add chopped dates and walnuts
- Toss to coat evenly (prevents sticking and sinking)
4. Combine
- Add dry ingredients into wet ingredients
- Mix until just combined (do not overmix)
5. Fill & Bake
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups
- Bake for ~15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean
6. Cool & Serve
- Cool briefly in pan, then transfer to a rack
- Serve warm or at room temperature
Notes
- Chop dates finely: Ensures even distribution
- Use fresh juice: Enhances citrus aroma and brightness
- Avoid overmixing: Prevents dense texture
