Description

Enjoy the delightful flavors of baklava in muffin form with these Baklava Muffins. They feature a nutty cinnamon filling, a tender crumb, and a sweet honey drizzle, making them a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

For the Filling:

½ cup chopped walnuts
⅓ cup sugar
1 ½ tsp cinnamon
3 tbsp melted butter

For the Muffins:

1 cup plus 7 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ cup sugar
1 large egg
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 cup plus 2 tbsp buttermilk

For the Topping:

½ cup honey

Instructions

Preheat Your Oven

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease them if not using liners.

Prepare the Filling

Combine chopped walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Make the Muffin Batter

Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, whisk egg, melted butter, and buttermilk until well combined.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be lumpy.

Assemble the Muffins

Spoon a small amount of batter into each muffin cup, filling them about one-third full.
Add a scant tablespoon of the walnut filling on top of each muffin.
Cover with more muffin batter until the cups are about two-thirds full. Sprinkle any remaining walnut filling on top.

Bake the Muffins

Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Drizzle with Honey

Remove the muffins from the oven and transfer them, still in the paper cups, to a wire rack. While they are still warm, generously drizzle each muffin with honey.

Serve

Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these Baklava Muffins warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Serving Suggestions:

Warm or Room Temperature: Enjoy Baklava Muffins warm shortly after drizzling with honey or at room temperature for a delightful treat.
Pairing Ideas: Serve alongside Greek yogurt for breakfast or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for dessert.
Garnish: For an extra touch, sprinkle chopped walnuts or a dusting of cinnamon on top before serving.

Storage Tips:

Room Temperature: Store Baklava Muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Ensure they are fully cooled before storing to maintain freshness.
Refrigeration: If storing longer, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Allow them to come to room temperature or gently warm in the oven before serving.
Freezing: Muffins can be frozen for up to 2 months. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe container or bag. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature before enjoying.