There’s nothing quite like the sweet aroma of fresh peaches baking in the oven. These bakery-style Peach Muffins are a delightful way to start your morning, offering a moist and tender crumb with a delectable crumb topping and a luscious maple vanilla glaze. Perfect for busy mornings, these muffins can be baked ahead of time and stored in the freezer, ensuring you have a delicious on-the-go breakfast whenever you need it. Let’s dive into this mouthwatering recipe that’s sure to become a household favorite.
Course: Breakfast/Other
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 407 kcal
Ingredients:
Crumb Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Muffins:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups peeled and chopped peaches (about 3 medium peaches)
Maple Vanilla Drizzle:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½-2 tablespoons milk
Instructions:
- Prepare the Oven and Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Make the Crumb Topping: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, ½ cup of brown sugar, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Drizzle in 6 tablespoons of melted butter and mix with a fork until large crumbs form. Set aside.
- Prepare the Muffin Batter: In another medium bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger. In a large bowl, combine ½ cup of granulated sugar, ½ cup of brown sugar, 2 eggs, ½ cup of vegetable oil, ¼ cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to avoid overmixing. Gently fold in the chopped peaches.
- Fill the Muffin Liners: Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each almost to the top. Sprinkle the crumb topping generously over each muffin, pressing down lightly to ensure it sticks.
- Bake the Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 5 minutes. Without opening the oven, reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for an additional 15-19 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Maple Vanilla Drizzle: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1 ½ tablespoons of milk. If the drizzle is too thick, add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached. Drizzle over the cooled muffins.
Notes:
- Peaches: Use fresh or frozen peaches for this recipe. If using frozen, make sure to thaw and drain them well.
- Muffin Liners: Using paper liners helps prevent the muffins from sticking to the pan. Unbleached chlorine-free liners work particularly well and peel away cleanly.
- Add-ins: For extra protein and texture, consider adding ¾ cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
- Mixing: Stir the batter just until combined to avoid making the muffins dense and tough.
- Baking: Do not overbake. The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for 5-6 days. These muffins also freeze well.
Conclusion:
These Peach Muffins are a delightful blend of sweet peaches, warm spices, and a buttery crumb topping, finished with a sweet maple vanilla drizzle. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they are sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy them fresh from the oven, or freeze a batch for a quick and easy breakfast option. Happy baking!
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