Best 5 Cocoa Raisin Cuffins Recipes

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Cocoa raisin cuffins are delectable treats that combine the rich flavors of cocoa and raisins in a tender, muffin-like pastry. These delightful muffins are a perfect indulgence for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of creating delicious and satisfying cocoa raisin cuffins that will tantalize your taste buds.

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COUSCOUS WITH RAISINS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup raisins
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups boiling water
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup quick-cooking couscous
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Put the raisins in a small bowl and cover with lukewarm water. Soak for about 20 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat and add the onion. Cook and stir until wilted but not brown. Add the boiling water, raisins, lemon juice and cumin. Bring to a boil, remove from the heat and add the couscous. Add salt. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Uncover and fluff the couscous with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 250, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 398 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

COCOA APPLESAUCE-RAISIN MUFFINS



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These muffins are a real treat served warm from the oven, slathered with cinnamon butter...delicious!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 15 muffins (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4-1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, melted
1 cup chunky applesauce
1/4 cup half-and-half cream or 1/4 cup milk
1 egg
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened
2 tablespoons icing sugar (powdered)
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Set oven to 400 degrees.
  • Grease the bottoms, or line 2-1/2-inch muffin cups with paper liners.
  • In a large bowl, stir together, the flours, brown sugar, baking cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.
  • In a small bowl, stir together, melted butter, applesauce, half and half cream or milk (if using), and the egg until well blended.
  • Add to dry ingredients; stir with a wooden spoon JUST until dry ingredients are moistened.
  • Stir in raisins.
  • Fill muffin cups about 3/4 full with the batter.
  • Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the muffins test done.
  • Remove from pans to wire racks.
  • Cool slightly.
  • Serve muffins warm with cinnamon butter.
  • To make cinnamon butter: In a small mixing bowl, beat butter, powdered sugar and cinnamon until well blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.8, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 41, Sodium 297.8, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 18.2, Protein 2.8

COCONUT RAISIN COOKIES



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Velvety shortbread cookies with coconut and raisins. Pecans also taste great in these cookies.

Provided by sal

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Raisin

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ cups flaked coconut
½ cup raisins
¼ cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, white sugar, egg yolk and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the flour until well blended, then mix in coconut raisins and pecans (if desired). Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets. Roll tablespoonfuls of dough into balls or logs and place them 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.9 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.8 g, Sodium 75.2 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

RAISIN COCONUT TREASURE COOKIES



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Another nice Christmas cookie. If you like, you may substitute 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips for the raisins.

Provided by JJOHN32

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Raisin

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ cups finely ground graham cracker crumbs
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup butter, softened
1 ½ cups raisins
1 ⅓ cups flaked coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs, flour and baking powder. Beat sweetened condensed milk and margarine until smooth. Add crumb mixture. Mix well. Stir in raisins, coconut and walnuts.
  • Drop by tablespoons onto lightly greased cookie sheets. Bake 9-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool 2-3 minutes. Remove from cookie sheets. Store loosely covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 177.7 mg, Sugar 23.4 g

COCOA RAISIN CUFFINS



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Make and share this Cocoa Raisin Cuffins recipe from Food.com.

Provided by reachsarah

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup cocoa
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 1/4 cups flour
1 cup sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 egg
1/2 cup raisins

Steps:

  • Blend butter and cocoa.
  • Add applesauce.
  • Combine dry ingredients and add cocoa/butter mixture, egg and raisins.
  • Bake in greased muffin tins at 350 for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.2, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 27.8, Sodium 161.8, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 20.4, Protein 2.5

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Be sure to grease the muffin cups or line them with paper liners to prevent the muffins from sticking.
  • To make sure the muffins are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of one of them. If the toothpick comes out clean, the muffins are done.
  • Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion:

Cocoa raisin muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast treat. They're perfect for a quick grab-and-go breakfast or a sweet snack. These muffins are also a great way to use up leftover cocoa powder and raisins. With their moist texture, rich chocolate flavor, and sweet raisins, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone.

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