Peanut Muffins W/Hidden Jelly Surprise

These Peanut Muffins are a delightful twist on classic baking, combining the rich, nutty depth of peanuts with the unexpected sweetness of a hidden jelly core. The batter is tender and moist, studded with crunchy chopped peanuts that provide a satisfying texture contrast. As the muffins bake, the fruit jam or jelly in the center melts into a warm, gooey surprise, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes. Ideal for a cozy brunch, an afternoon snack, or a unique dessert option, these muffins are easy to prepare with common pantry staples. They pair beautifully with coffee or tea and are sure to impress guests with their playful presentation and comforting homemade flavor.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Baked Goods

Difficulty: Advanced

Servings: 12

Calories: 584.6

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

These Peanut Muffins are a delightful twist on classic baking, combining the rich, nutty depth of peanuts with the unexpected sweetness of a hidden jelly core. The batter is tender and moist, studded with crunchy chopped peanuts that provide a satisfying texture contrast. As the muffins bake, the fruit jam or jelly in the center melts into a warm, gooey surprise, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory notes. Ideal for a cozy brunch, an afternoon snack, or a unique dessert option, these muffins are easy to prepare with common pantry staples. They pair beautifully with coffee or tea and are sure to impress guests with their playful presentation and comforting homemade flavor.

Ingredients

1 Egg
1/2 cup Whole Milk
1/4 cup Butter, Melted
1 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
2 teaspoon Baking Powder
3/4 cup Peanuts, Chopped
12 teaspoon Fruit Jam or Jelly of your choice
1/4 teaspoon Salt

Directions

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2
Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
3
In a medium bowl, beat the egg lightly.
4
Stir in the milk and melted butter until combined.
5
In a separate large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
6
Pour the wet egg mixture into the dry flour mixture and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
7
Fold in half of the chopped peanuts into the batter.
8
Spoon half of the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about halfway.
9
Place 1 teaspoon of jam or jelly in the center of the batter in each cup.
10
Spoon the remaining batter over the jelly, filling each cup two-thirds full.
11
Sprinkle the remaining chopped peanuts on top of each muffin.
12
Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
13
Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 584.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.7g23%
Saturated Fat 8.5g43%
Cholesterol 79.5mg27%
Sodium 476.1mg20%
Total Carbohydrate 100.7g34%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
Sugars 31.9g
Protein 11.8g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.

Variations: Try using different flavors of jam such as strawberry, raspberry, or grapefruit to change the flavor profile. You can also substitute chopped peanuts with walnuts or pecans.

Tip: For a stronger peanut flavor, consider adding 1 tablespoon of peanut butter to the wet ingredients.

Keywords: peanut, muffins, jelly, jam, surprise, baking, breakfast, snack, sweet, nutty, vegetarian, homemade, brunch, dessert, easy, quick, fruit, flour, butter, egg, milk

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