🧁 Cozy Fig & Hazelnut Muffins

Cozy Fig & Hazelnut Muffins

Your New Favorite Grab-and-Go Breakfast! ✨

Hey muffin lovers! πŸ€— 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

Fig & Hazelnut Muffins

Best Time to Enjoy ⏰

Perfect for:

  • Busy mornings (grab & go!)
  • Weekend baking sessions
  • Meal prep champions
  • Afternoon snack attacks 🌟

What You’ll Need πŸ›’

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup roasted hazelnuts, chopped 🌰
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Β½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ΒΌ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 2 eggs, room temperature πŸ₯š
  • ΒΎ cup brown sugar
  • Β½ cup butter, melted 🧈
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 8-10 fresh figs, diced πŸͺ΄

Topping:

  • β…“ cup chopped hazelnuts
  • 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar
  • 2 figs, sliced (for pretty tops!)

Let’s Bake! πŸ‘©β€πŸ³

  1. Prep Time (15 minutes):
  • Preheat oven to 375Β°F
  • Line muffin tin with papers
  • Toast and chop hazelnuts
  • Dice figs
  1. Mix It Up (10 minutes):
  • Whisk dry ingredients
  • Beat wet ingredients separately
  • Fold together gently
  • Add figs last
  1. 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! πŸ’ͺ

Per muffin:

  • Calories: 245
  • Protein: 5g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Healthy Fats: 11g
  • Iron: 8% DV
  • Calcium: 6% DV

Why These Rock Your Morning! 🌟

  1. Perfect texture – not too dense
  2. Protein + fiber = lasting energy
  3. Healthy fats from nuts
  4. Natural sweetness from figs
  5. Make-ahead friendly

Pro Baker Tips! πŸ’­

  1. Room temp ingredients blend better
  2. Don’t overmix the batter
  3. Rotate pan halfway through baking
  4. Test with toothpick for doneness

Mix It Up! 🎨

  • 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 πŸ“¦

  • 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! ❀️

  • Perfect meal prep option
  • Kid-friendly
  • Great for sharing
  • Freezer-friendly
  • Not too sweet!

Make Them Extra Special! πŸ‘‘

  • 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 πŸ’

P.S. Make a double batch – they disappear fast! πŸ˜‰

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)! ✨

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