Description
These Baklava Muffins combine the rich, nutty flavors of traditional baklava with the convenience of a muffin. Featuring a spiced walnut filling layered within a tender, fluffy batter, and finished with a luscious honey drizzle, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. They bake quickly to golden perfection and offer a delightful twist on classic flavors in an easy-to-make portable treat.
Ingredients
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Walnut Filling
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
Muffin Batter
- 1 cup + 7 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons buttermilk
Topping
- 1/2 cup honey (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly if not using liners to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, combine chopped walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until the mixture is well blended. Set this walnut filling aside for assembling the muffins.
- Make the Muffin Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar to evenly distribute the leavening agents and sugar.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk the egg, melted unsalted butter, and buttermilk until smooth and fully combined.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the wet ingredients and gently fold together until just combined. The batter should remain slightly lumpy; do not overmix to keep the muffins tender.
- Assemble the Muffins: Spoon about one-third of the batter into each muffin cup. Add a scant tablespoon of the walnut filling on top of the batter layer. Cover with more batter until filling cups are about two-thirds full, then sprinkle any remaining walnut filling on top.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the muffins turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Drizzle with Honey: Remove the muffins from the oven and transfer them, still in their paper liners, to a wire rack. While they are warm, generously drizzle each muffin with honey to enhance the baklava-inspired flavor.
- Serve: Let the muffins cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature for the best taste experience.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure light and tender muffins.
- Use fresh walnuts for the best flavor and crunch.
- You can substitute honey drizzle with maple syrup if preferred.
- Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat slightly before serving.
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the walnuts lightly before using.
