DATE MUFFINS

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Delightfully different and studded with dates and walnuts, these quick muffins from Judy Cunningham in Max, North Dakota round out any autumn meal and are also great with coffee or as a snack. TIP: FROZEN MUFFINS STAY DELICIOUS FOR UP TO 3 MONTHS.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup boiling water
1/4 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Place dates in a small bowl and add boiling water; let stand for 10 minutes (do not drain). Meanwhile, in a small bowl, beat shortening and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in egg. , Add dates; beat on low speed until blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon; stir into date mixture with a wooden spoon just until blended. Stir in walnuts., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Muffins may be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 112mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Angel Luz
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These muffins were easy to make and turned out great! I used a mix of chopped dates and dried cranberries, and they turned out delicious. The muffins were moist and flavorful, and the dates and cranberries added a nice sweetness and tartness. I would


Syamiea Islam
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I made these muffins for my kids and they loved them! They are a great way to use up ripe bananas and they are also a healthy snack. I will definitely be making these again.


Hayat Armani
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These muffins were delicious! I used a mix of chopped dates and raisins, and they turned out great. The muffins were moist and flavorful, and the dates and raisins added a nice sweetness. I would definitely recommend these muffins to anyone looking f


Richard N
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These muffins were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. Otherwise, they were easy to make and had a nice texture.


Warsame Mohamed Abdi
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These muffins were easy to make and turned out great! The batter was a little thick, so I added a splash of milk to thin it out. They baked up perfectly and had a lovely domed top. The dates added a nice sweetness and texture. I would definitely reco


Verfix
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I made these muffins for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, and they were gone in no time. I will definitely be making these again soon.


albert arthur
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These muffins were absolutely delicious! They were moist and flavorful, and the dates added a lovely sweetness. I would definitely recommend these muffins to anyone looking for a tasty and satisfying breakfast or snack.


Linette Malambo
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These muffins were a bit too dry for my taste, but they were still good. I think I would add a little more milk or yogurt next time. Otherwise, they were easy to make and had a nice flavor.


Konstantin Maric
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These muffins were easy to make and turned out great! I used a mix of chopped dates and dried cranberries, and they turned out delicious. The muffins were moist and flavorful, and the dates and cranberries added a nice sweetness and tartness. I would


Asad Md Asaduzzaman
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I made these muffins for my kids and they loved them! They are a great way to use up ripe bananas and they are also a healthy snack. I will definitely be making these again.


JAKE RUIZ
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These muffins were delicious! I used a mix of chopped dates and raisins, and they turned out great. The muffins were moist and flavorful, and the dates and raisins added a nice sweetness. I would definitely recommend these muffins to anyone looking f


Sinethemba Zita
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These muffins were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar next time. Otherwise, they were easy to make and had a nice texture.


Mahii Queen
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These muffins were easy to make and turned out great! The batter was a little thick, so I added a splash of milk to thin it out. They baked up perfectly and had a lovely domed top. The dates added a nice sweetness and texture. I would definitely reco


Senea Borden
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I made these muffins for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, and they were gone in no time. I will definitely be making these again soon.


Disan Vpn
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These date muffins were absolutely delicious! They were moist and flavorful, and the dates added a lovely sweetness. I would definitely recommend these muffins to anyone looking for a tasty and satisfying breakfast or snack.