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Peach Muffins: A Flavorful, Wholesome Recipe for Any Occasion
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Peach Muffins: A Flavorful, Wholesome Recipe for Any Occasion

Tender, juicy peach muffins with caramelized depth and buttermilk tang. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, ready in 35 minutes. Family-approved and adaptable with toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ⅔ cups (210g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (118ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (113g) butter, for browning
  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk
  • 1 ¼ cups (175g) dried peaches, diced
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Line 12-count muffin tin with liners.
  2. Melt ½ cup (113g) butter in a saucepan over low heat. Increase to medium, stir until golden flecks appear, then cool completely.
  3. Whisk 1 cup sugar, 1 egg, and ¾ tsp vanilla extract into cooled browned butter.
  4. Stir in ½ cup buttermilk until smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk 1 ⅔ cups flour, 1 tsp baking powder, ¼ tsp baking soda, and ½ tsp salt.
  6. Add 2/3 of the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, then fold in remaining dry until just combined.
  7. Gently fold in 1 ¼ cups diced dried peaches.
  8. Spoon batter into prepared muffin tins.
  9. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

For gluten-free: substitute ½ cup cornstarch + ½ cup xanthan gum for flour. Use peanut or sunflower oil instead of vegetable oil if preferred. Optional: sprinkle coarse sugar on top for a crunchy finish before baking.