Orange Marmalade Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting

Brighten up your breakfast routine or dessert table with these irresistibly moist and fluffy Orange Marmalade Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting. Bursting with citrusy sweetness from a generous helping of orange marmalade, these muffins strike the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Each bite is elevated by a velvety cream cheese frosting infused with a hint of orange zest, adding a luxurious touch that’s impossible to resist. Easily prepared in under 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy mornings, brunch gatherings, or a delectable teatime treat. Garnish with a sprinkle of orange zest or a dollop of marmalade for an eye-catching finish that highlights the fresh, fruity flavor. These muffins are a citrus lover’s dream come true—simple to make, full of flavor, and destined to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:38 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Orange marmalade
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, marmalade, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 16–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the muffins are cooling, prepare the frosting. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Gradually add the powdered sugar while continuing to beat until the frosting is smooth. Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract.

Step 10

Once the muffins are completely cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting onto each muffin.

Step 11

Optional: Garnish with additional orange zest or a small dollop of orange marmalade for decoration.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1330.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4556.1

Total Fat 191.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 114.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 896.1mg	0%
Sodium 3104.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 648.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 443.9g
Protein 57.0g	0%

Vitamin D 135.7IU	0%
Calcium 555.7mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 958.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.9%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 57.1%