Orange-Walnut Muffins

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the orange juice, mixing just until incorporated. Fold in the walnuts.
3. Fill the prepared muffin cups about 2/3 full. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
4. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Interesting Facts

• Orange juice is a great way to add a citrusy flavor to baked goods.
• Walnuts are a great source of healthy fats and protein.
• Muffins are a great breakfast or snack option.