Muffin

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Muffin
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A variety of muffins
Alternative names
Type Baked goods
Course Breakfast, Snack
Place of origin
Region or state
Associated national cuisine
Created by
Invented
Cooking time minutes to minutes
Serving temperature
Main ingredients Flour, Eggs, Butter, Milk, Sugar
Ingredients generally used
Variations
Food energy kcal
Nutritional value Protein: g, Fat: g, Carbohydrate: g
Glycemic index
Similar dishes
Other information
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A muffin is an individual-sized, baked product. It can refer to two distinct items: a part-raised flatbread and a cupcake-like quickbread. The flatbread is of British or European derivation, while the quickbread originated in North America.

Types of Muffins

Muffins come in various types, including:

  • English muffin: A small, round, flat type of yeast-leavened bread which is commonly sliced horizontally, toasted, and buttered.
  • American muffin: A sweet, cake-like baked good, often with fruit or nuts.

Ingredients

Muffins are typically made with a combination of the following ingredients:

Nutritional Information

Muffins can vary significantly in their nutritional content depending on the ingredients used. Generally, they are high in carbohydrates and calories, especially when made with added sugar and fat.

Preparation

Muffins are prepared by mixing the dry ingredients separately from the wet ingredients and then combining them. The batter is then poured into muffin tins and baked until golden brown.

Variations

There are numerous variations of muffins, including:

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