Sunday, 24 February 2008

Orange and raisin muffins

Makes 6
Per muffin 198 calories, 5g fat

Ingredients:
50g (2oz) raisins
2 tbsps orange juice
75g (3oz) St Ivel Gold Lightest
40g (1½oz) Silver Spoon Half Spoon granulated sugar
2 eggs, beaten
175g (6oz) plain flour
1 good tsp baking powder
1 tbsp skimmed milk
1 orange, zested

Method:
1.Preheat the oven to 150C, 300F, Gas Mark 2. Line a six-muffin mould with muffin papers.
2.Place the raisins in a small saucepan and pour the orange juice. over them. Bring to a gentle simmer, then remove from the heat and allow to cool.
3.Meanwhile, using a whisk, cream together the margarine and sugar in a large bowl. Gradually mix in the beaten eggs. Using a wooden spoon, stir in the flour and the baking powder. Stir in the raisins with juice and mix well to combine. Stir in the skimmed milk.
4.Spoon the mixture into the muffin mould and bake in the centre of the oven for 20 minutes until well risen and golden brown.
5.Garnish with a little orange zest and serve warm.

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