Best 9 Carambola Muffins Recipes

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Carambola, also known as starfruit, brings a unique tropical flavor to the world of muffins. With its sweet and tart taste, carambola adds a delightful twist to this classic breakfast treat. Its vibrant star-shaped slices not only add visual appeal but also pack a punch of essential vitamins and minerals, making these muffins a nutritious and delicious start to your day. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating delectable carambola muffins, filled with moist texture, bursting with flavor, and sure to impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL MUFFINS



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These Caramel Muffins are the perfect pairing with your morning coffee. They're simply sweet with a gooey caramel center and a crumble topping, you just can't go wrong!

Provided by Rebecca Hubbell

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1 cup International Delight Simply Pure Caramel Creamer
1/4 cup vegetable oil
16 caramel squares (unwrapped)
2 tablespoon butter (softened)
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Caramel drizzle

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line muffin pan with liners and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, and make a well.
  • In a medium bowl, beat egg lightly, add creamer and vegetable oil and beat until combined.
  • Pour wet ingredients into the well of the dry ingredients and mix gently just until combined, do not overmix, it's okay if the batter is slightly lumpy.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of batter to each liner, place an unwrapped caramel in the center, top with another tablespoon of batter. Repeat for the remaining liners.
  • Mix topping ingredients together with a fork in a small bowl until crumbly, sprinkle over the top of the muffins and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving if desired and use caution as caramel center will be molten after removed from the oven. Bake off remaining batter the same way.

DOUBLE-CHOCOLATE SALTED CARAMEL MUFFINS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 2h

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup chopped semisweet chocolate (about 2 ounces), plus more chocolate for grating
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs
1/2 cup jarred thick dulce de leche
Flaky salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick liners. Whisk the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl; stir in the chopped chocolate. Whisk the milk, vegetable oil and eggs in a small bowl until smooth; stir into the flour mixture until just combined.
  • Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling them two-thirds of the way. Bake until the edges are just set but the centers are still loose, 8 to 10 minutes. Working quickly, drop 1 heaping teaspoon dulce de leche into the center of each muffin. Return to the oven and bake until the batter rises over the dulce de leche and a toothpick inserted into a muffin (but not into the dulce de leche) comes out clean, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Finely grate chocolate over the tops of the hot muffins and sprinkle with flaky salt. Let the muffins cool 5 minutes in the pan, then remove to a rack to cool completely.

BEST EVER MUFFINS



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Start with this basic recipe, and add one of several different ingredients for a variety of different muffins.

Provided by Lori

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Savory Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 cup milk
¼ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  • Stir together the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar in a large bowl. Make a well in the center. In a small bowl or 2 cup measuring cup, beat egg with a fork. Stir in milk and oil. Pour all at once into the well in the flour mixture. Mix quickly and lightly with a fork until moistened, but do not beat. The batter will be lumpy. Pour the batter into paper lined muffin pan cups.
  • Variations: Blueberry Muffins: Add 1 cup fresh blueberries. Raisin Muffins: Add 1 cup finely chopped raisins. Date Muffins: Add 1 cup finely chopped dates. Cheese Muffins: Fold in 1 cup grated sharp yellow cheese. Bacon Muffins: Fold 1/4 cup crisp cooked bacon, broken into bits.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.7 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 233.4 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

JUMBO CARAMEL BANANA MUFFINS



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Love banana bread? These flavorful muffins, drizzled with sweet caramel icing, will fit the bill in a big way. -Katherine McClelland, Deep Brook, Nova Scotia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 6 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1-1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 large)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
CARAMEL ICING:
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Beat in bananas and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture just until moistened. , Fill paper-lined jumbo muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 23-28 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. , For icing, in a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and milk; bring to a boil. Cool slightly. Beat in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Transfer to a small resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of bag and drizzle over muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 89g carbohydrate (62g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CARAMEL APPLE MUFFINS



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These muffins are perfect for anyone who loves caramel apples. They are particularly good with breakfast or during a coffee break. -Therese Puckett, Shreveport, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped peeled tart apple
12 caramels, chopped
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, butter and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in apple and caramels. , Fill 12 paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. , Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the cake portion comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CARAMBOLA MUFFINS



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Provided by Judith Miller

Categories     dessert, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter at room temperature, plus butter for the muffin tins
1 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 cup flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons boiling water
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 or 3 carambolas, to make 1 1/2 cups when chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a muffin tin containing 12 2 1/2-inch cups.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, combine the butter and brown sugar. Mix well. With the mixer running, add the egg, flour, salt, boiling water, baking soda and vanilla, blending well after each addition.
  • Wash the carambolas, removing the ends and dark ridges. Using a food processor, chop into 3/4-inch pieces.
  • Remove the bowl from the mixer, and stir in the chopped carambolas. Fill each muffin cup two-thirds full. Bake for 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 105, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 116 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CARAMEL MUFFINS



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From CDKitchen.com. Posting per recipe request. I have NOT made these, so I cannot vouch for the quality of the recipe.

Provided by Kay D.

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 16 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
2 eggs
2/3 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup butter, melted
3 1/2 ounces semisweet baking chocolate, melted
1/2 cup vanilla chip
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Grease, line or spray muffin pan.
  • Sift flour, salt and baking powder in a bowl.
  • Stir in brown sugar and pecans.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together eggs, milk, vanilla, butter and melted chocolate.
  • Stir dry mixture into wet mixture, mixing ONLY until combined.
  • Don't overmix the batter.
  • Gently stir in vanilla chips.
  • Divide evenly among 14-18 muffin cups.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes, or until done.
  • Glaze directions: Place butter, brown sugar, sugar and cream in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Bring to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
  • Let boil for 1 minute longer, stirring constantly.
  • Remove pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  • Spoon, spread or drizzle warm glaze over cooled muffins.

PRESERVED STAR FRUIT (AKA FIVE FINGER OR CARAMBOLA)



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This recipe is a time honored tradition in Trinidad and Tobago. Most people there dry it in the sun. I have adjusted to dry in the oven.

Provided by Ambervim

Categories     Easy

Time 4h20m

Yield 1 Batch

Number Of Ingredients 4

15 star fruit (aka five finger or carambola)
25 whole cloves
1 cinnamon bark (if you don't have the bark, use the powder)
5 cups brown sugar

Steps:

  • Remove either end of the fruit and slice into 1/4 - 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Place in a large pot and cover with water and add the sugar and spices.
  • Bring to a boil and leave to cool for 3 hours. The fruit will soak up the sugar and spices.
  • Preheat oven to 150F.
  • Drain any liquid off and keep it for something else.
  • Place fruit on baking sheets.
  • Place in the oven with the door propped open to allow the steam to escape. Turn every hour or so until the fruit is done.
  • Store in an airtight container.
  • The cooking time is only an estimate, it will vary with how much you drained off, the humidity etc.

CARAMEL BANANA POKE MUFFINS



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Caramel banana poke muffins are ridiculously moist, delicious, and loaded with pockets of sweet gooey caramel and fluffy banana.

Provided by Culinary Envy

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Banana Muffin Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 ½ cups boiling water
¾ cup old-fashioned oats
½ cup butter at room temperature
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
1 cup mashed overripe bananas
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 (14 ounce) can caramel-flavored sweetened condensed milk
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
½ cup butter, melted
¼ cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Combine boiling water and oats in a small bowl; let stand for 20 minutes.
  • Combine 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and white sugar in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until creamy, about 3 minutes. Add bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract; stir well to combine. Mix in oatmeal.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl. Fold into the oatmeal mixture. Divide batter evenly among the muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes. Let cool in the tin, about 5 minutes.
  • Poke 3 deep holes into each muffin using the round handle of a small wooden spoon. Drizzle 1 tablespoon caramel-flavored condensed milk over each muffin. Let cool completely, about 15 minutes.
  • Mix 1 cup brown sugar, walnuts, coconut, 1/2 cup melted butter, and heavy cream together in a bowl to make topping. Sprinkle topping over muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 666.1 calories, Carbohydrate 97.9 g, Cholesterol 87 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 14.7 g, Sodium 413.6 mg, Sugar 75.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe carambolas: Look for fruits that are bright yellow and slightly soft to touch. Avoid carambolas that are green or have brown spots.
  • Wash and peel the carambolas: Rinse the fruits under cold water and pat them dry. Use a sharp knife to remove the skin and slice the carambolas into thin pieces.
  • Use fresh or frozen carambolas: Fresh carambolas are best for baking, but you can also use frozen carambolas that have been thawed and drained.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in tough muffins. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full: This will allow the muffins to rise properly and prevent them from overflowing.
  • Bake the muffins at the right temperature: The muffins should be baked at 350°F (175°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

Carambola muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With their sweet and tangy flavor, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a new baking project, give carambola muffins a try!

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