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Chai Spiced Pear Muffins with Oatmeal Streusel Recipe

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Delight in these Chai Spiced Pear Muffins topped with a crunchy oatmeal streusel and served warm with a smooth vanilla honey butter. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and clove, these muffins bring a comforting Indian-inspired twist to your breakfast or dessert table.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins

Ingredients

Oatmeal Streusel

  • ¾ cup rolled oats (60 grams)
  • ½ cup whole wheat flour (65 grams)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • ½ cup brown sugar (100 grams)
  • ½ cup melted butter (113 grams)

Vanilla Honey Butter

  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Chai Pear Muffins

  • 1 cup all purpose flour (130 grams)
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour (130 grams)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (14 grams)
  • ¾ cup brown sugar (150 grams)
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk (250 ml)
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil (62 ml)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cups pear, peeled and chopped (200 grams)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a muffin pan with muffin liners to prevent sticking and facilitate easy removal.
  2. Make the Streusel: In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix until all ingredients are evenly combined. Chill the streusel mixture in the fridge while preparing the muffin batter to help it firm up.
  3. Prepare Vanilla Honey Butter: In a small bowl, whip together the softened butter with honey and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside to serve later with the muffins.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients for Muffins: In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, brown sugar, cinnamon, ground ginger, allspice, cloves, cardamom, and salt. Whisk thoroughly to ensure even distribution of spices and leavening agent.
  5. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
  7. Add Pear: Fold in the peeled and chopped pears evenly into the batter, adding moisture and a fresh fruity flavor.
  8. Fill Muffin Cups and Add Streusel: Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling each about ¾ full. Generously sprinkle the chilled oatmeal streusel mixture atop each muffin to create a crunchy topping.
  9. Bake: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  10. Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool slightly in the pan. Serve warm with the prepared vanilla honey butter spread for a rich and flavorful finish.

Notes

  • Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
  • Chilling the streusel helps it maintain a crisp texture during baking.
  • Use ripe but firm pears to ensure they hold their shape in the muffins.
  • You can substitute whole milk with any plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
  • Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Indian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/chai-spiced-pear-muffins-with-oatmeal-streusel-recipe/