Baklava Muffins are a delightful fusion of the traditional Greek pastry and the convenience of a muffin. Enjoy the rich flavors of honey, nuts, and spices in every bite!
Author:Emma
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:18-20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:12 muffins
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Greek
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Nut Mixture:
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/4 cup finely chopped pistachios
1/4 cup finely chopped almonds
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 cup honey (for drizzling after baking)
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or by greasing well.
Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mix the wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine the melted butter, granulated sugar, honey, milk, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Prepare the nut mixture: In a small bowl, mix the walnuts, pistachios, almonds, cinnamon, and cloves.
Combine the mixtures: Gently fold the nut mixture into the muffin batter.
Bake: Spoon the batter into the muffin tin and bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool and drizzle: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and drizzle each with honey while warm.
Notes
Baklava Muffins are a delightful blend of nuts, honey, and spices, perfect for brunches or snacks.