Runeberg's Muffins

Celebrate Finnish culinary tradition with these delightful Runeberg's Muffins, a moist and flavorful treat named after poet J.L. Runeberg. Featuring a unique combination of ingredients like breadcrumbs, ground almonds, and a hint of cardamom, these muffins offer a rich, nutty profile with a touch of spice. A luscious dollop of raspberry jam nestled in the center adds a sweet tang, while the ring of powdered sugar icing delivers the perfect finishing touch. Ideal for coffee breaks or special occasions, these easy-to-make pastries are baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Whether you’re honoring Finnish heritage or simply exploring Nordic flavors, Runeberg's Muffins are a delicious way to savor tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 150 g Unsalted butter
• 120 g Granulated sugar
• 50 g Light brown sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 150 g All-purpose flour
• 50 g Breadcrumbs
• 100 g Ground almonds
• 1.5 tsp Baking powder
• 0.5 tsp Cardamom
• 100 ml Milk
• 1 tbsp Rum or almond extract
• 100 g Raspberry jam
• 60 g Powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with 12 liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, breadcrumbs, ground almonds, baking powder, and cardamom.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until the batter is smooth but do not overmix.

Step 6

Stir in the rum or almond extract to enhance the flavor.

Step 7

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin liners, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 8

Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 10

Once cooled, use a small spoon or your thumb to make a small indentation on the top of each muffin.

Step 11

Fill each indentation with a dollop of raspberry jam.

Step 12

In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar and water to create a thick icing. Pipe or drizzle a ring of icing around the jam on each muffin.

Step 13

Let the icing set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your traditional Runeberg's Muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1019.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3772.8

Total Fat 193.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 713.4mg	0%
Sodium 1708.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 469.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g	0%
Total Sugars 292.4g
Protein 61.0g	0%

Vitamin D 127.4IU	0%
Calcium 563.0mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 1271.7mg	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: 45.1%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 48.6%