GLAZED PEAR MUFFINS ( WEIGHT WATCHERS)

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Found this recipe from a email I received from the Weight Watcher's site. I thought I'd share it here and to make sure I didn't lose the recipe. Points Valve :3

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 45m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large pears, ripen with skin
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup sour cream
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup skim milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 teaspoons warm water, more if necessary

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375' and spray a muffin pan with a cooking spray.
  • Core and chop the pears into tiny bite size pieces and place into a bowl.
  • Add cinnamon, sugar and lemon juice to the bowl of pears. Stir and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, egg, 1 teaspoons vanilla extract and milk. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, salt, baking soda and baking powder.
  • Make a well in center of the flour mixture and pour in the sour cream mixture and the fruit mixture, by adding in, in small batches. Mix until barely blended. Do not over beat!
  • Drop by Tablespoons into prepared muffin tins. Fill 3/4 full.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cool 5 minutes in the pan.
  • Remove muffins from the tin and let cool completey before glazing the muffins.
  • While they are cooling you can go ahead and make the glaze.
  • In a bowl mix together powered sugar, ginger,.
  • vanilla extract and water.
  • Add another tsp of water if the glaze is to think.
  • Spread a thin layer of glaze over each cooled muffin.

Syed Zaviyar
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my muffins turned out like hockey pucks. Maybe I'll have better luck next time.


Rehman Kamboh
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These muffins are an insult to baking. They should be banned from all cookbooks.


Michael Mc Guire
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I'm sorry to say, but these muffins were a complete failure. They were dense, dry, and flavorless.


Kristina Mcsherry
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These muffins are a waste of time and ingredients. Don't bother making them.


Robyn spann
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I was disappointed with these muffins. They were dry and bland.


Rana Rajpoot
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Overall, these muffins were just okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to make them again.


Kayza Stine
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The glaze was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would use less sugar next time.


Jaydin Johnson
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my muffins didn't turn out as light and fluffy as I expected.


awan Bushraawan
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These muffins were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would add a little extra milk or yogurt next time.


Carline Louilus
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These are some of my favorite muffins. They're always moist and flavorful, and the glaze is a perfect finishing touch.


Adam Kaye
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These muffins are the perfect fall treat. The pear flavor is perfectly complemented by the warm spices.


King King110
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I love that these muffins are Weight Watchers friendly. I can enjoy a delicious treat without feeling guilty.


Mark Chastain
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I'm not a baker, but these muffins were so easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect.


Cuami Promise
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I made these muffins for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.


brian walker
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover pears. I always have a few pears that start to go bad before I can eat them all, so this recipe is a lifesaver!


Emanuel Williams
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I wasn't sure how the pear flavor would be in a muffin, but I was pleasantly surprised! The pears added a subtle sweetness and moisture that made these muffins extra special.


Charlie Kidd
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I love how moist and fluffy these muffins are. The glaze adds a delicious sweetness that makes them irresistible.


Softsign Olympia
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I've made these muffins several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.


Akisa Jane
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These muffins were a hit with my family! They were so easy to make and the flavor was amazing.


Union Mobile
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I'm not usually a fan of muffins, but these glazed pear muffins were a delightful surprise! They were moist, flavorful, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. The glaze was the perfect finishing touch, adding a touch of elegance to these humble muf


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