Delicious Apricot Muffins

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicious Apricot Muffins.

1. Step 1

   Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C).

2. Step 2

   While that warms up, take a moment to prepare your muffin pan.

3. Step 3

   You can either grease a 12-cup muffin pan or line it with cheerful paper liners—whichever you prefer! Next, grab a small bowl and toss in your chopped apricots.

4. Step 4

   Pour a cup of boiling water over them and let them soak for about five minutes.

5. Step 5

   This little soak will make them wonderfully soft and juicy.

6. Step 6

   In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt, giving it a gentle stir to mix everything together.

7. Step 7

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, vegetable oil, buttermilk, and egg until they’re beautifully blended.

8. Step 8

   Now, it’s time for the fun part! Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined.

9. Step 9

   Don’t worry if the batter looks a bit lumpy; that’s perfectly fine! After draining the apricots, fold them into the batter, ensuring they’re evenly distributed for bursts of flavor in every bite.

10. Step 10

    Now, scoop the batter into your prepared muffin cups, filling each one about two-thirds full.

11. Step 11

    Pop them into your preheated oven and bake for around 15 minutes.

12. Step 12

    You’ll know they’re ready when the tops spring back lightly when pressed.

13. Step 13

    Once they’re done, let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

14. Step 14

    Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen as you anticipate the deliciousness to come!.