Cozy Fig & Hazelnut Muffins
Your New Favorite Grab-and-Go Breakfast! β¨
Hey muffin lovers! π€ Ready to make the most amazing breakfast muffins ever? These Fig and Hazelnut Muffins are like a warm hug in the morning – perfectly spiced, not too sweet, and packed with nutty goodness!

Fig & Hazelnut Muffins
Best Time to Enjoy β°
Perfect for:
- Busy mornings (grab & go!)
- Weekend baking sessions
- Meal prep champions
- Afternoon snack attacks π
What You’ll Need π
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup roasted hazelnuts, chopped π°
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Β½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ΒΌ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 eggs, room temperature π₯
- ΒΎ cup brown sugar
- Β½ cup butter, melted π§
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 8-10 fresh figs, diced πͺ΄
Topping:
- β cup chopped hazelnuts
- 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar
- 2 figs, sliced (for pretty tops!)
Let’s Bake! π©βπ³
- Prep Time (15 minutes):
- Preheat oven to 375Β°F
- Line muffin tin with papers
- Toast and chop hazelnuts
- Dice figs
- Mix It Up (10 minutes):
- Whisk dry ingredients
- Beat wet ingredients separately
- Fold together gently
- Add figs last
- Bake Time (20-25 minutes):
- Fill muffin cups ΒΎ full
- Top with nuts, sugar, fig slice
- Bake until golden
- Cool 5 minutes in pan
Nutrition Power-Up! πͺ
Per muffin:
- Calories: 245
- Protein: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Healthy Fats: 11g
- Iron: 8% DV
- Calcium: 6% DV
Why These Rock Your Morning! π
- Perfect texture – not too dense
- Protein + fiber = lasting energy
- Healthy fats from nuts
- Natural sweetness from figs
- Make-ahead friendly
Pro Baker Tips! π
- Room temp ingredients blend better
- Don’t overmix the batter
- Rotate pan halfway through baking
- Test with toothpick for doneness
Mix It Up! π¨
- Make it GF: Use 1:1 gluten-free flour
- Dairy-free? Use almond milk
- Less sugar? Reduce by ΒΌ cup
- Extra protein? Add hemp seeds
Storage Magic π¦
- Counter: 2 days in airtight container
- Fridge: 5 days
- Freezer: 3 months
- Reheat: 15 seconds in microwave
Troubleshooting:
- Too dry? Check baking time
- Not rising? Check baking powder
- Too sweet? Reduce sugar
- Figs sinking? Coat in flour first
Perfect Pairings β
- Coffee (obviously!)
- Chai tea latte
- Greek yogurt
- Fresh fruit smoothie
Why You’ll Love These! β€οΈ
- Perfect meal prep option
- Kid-friendly
- Great for sharing
- Freezer-friendly
- Not too sweet!
Make Them Extra Special! π
- Add orange zest
- Drizzle with honey
- Spread with butter
- Top with cream cheese
Seasonal Tips:
- Fresh figs not in season? Use dried!
- Summer: Add peaches
- Fall: Add pears
- Winter: Use dried fruit mix
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With floury hugs,
Your Muffin Maven π
P.S. Make a double batch – they disappear fast! π
Quick Tips for Success:
- Use paper liners for easy cleanup
- Cool completely before storing
- Freeze in ziplock bags
- Label with date when freezing
Remember: The best muffins are made with love (and good quality hazelnuts)! β¨
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