Norwegian Nisse Muffins

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4
Scrumptious Norwegian Nisse Muffin Recipe
in Bakery

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon clove
4 eggs , beaten
2 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups cooking oil
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 cups cooking apples , peeled and finely chopped
2/3 cup raisins
1/2 cup pecans , chopped

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
468
Sugar
33g
Fat
24g
Norwegian Nisse Muffins are a popular confection eaten in the Christmas season in Norway, believed to be the favorite food of the mythical creatures, Nisse. These muffins have a moist and crumbly texture and are flavored with spices like clove and nutmeg. They are often served warm with a cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa and enjoyed with friends and family. The combination of sweetness and crunchiness from the chopped nuts and raisins makes these muffins a perfect snack to indulge in during the cold winter months.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Grease a muffin tin with cooking spray or butter and set aside.
3.In a mixing bowl, mix and sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and clove.
4.In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla until creamy.
5.Slowly mix in the dry ingredients until well combined.
6.Gently fold the chopped apples, raisins, and chopped pecans into the batter.
7.Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
9.Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack.

PROS

These Norwegian Nisse Muffins are a perfect treat for breakfast or brunch on leisurely weekends.

They are moist, full of flavors, and easy to bake.

CONS

The muffins are high in sugar, so they should be consumed in moderation.

The chopped pecans may cause allergies to some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although these muffins are not particularly healthy, they contain a generous amount of dietary fiber from chopped apples and raisins, which will help promote healthy digestion.
Additionally, pecans are rich in healthy fats and antioxidants which help to reduce the risk of developing heart disease and other chronic illnesses.

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