19 Jun 2025
Bright orange muffins with cranberry jam center & almond top—perfect for cafes, high tea, or gourmet brunch menus.
19 Jun 2025
Pre-heat oven to 180°C to 200°C (190°C / 375°F recommended as a start). Line standard muffin trays with paper liners. In a mixer with a paddle attachment, combine the orange muffin mix, water, eggs, and almond extract (optional). Mix on slow speed for 3 minutes. Scrape down and add oil. Mix on low for 1 minute, then medium for 5 minutes until smooth. Fold in optional sliced almonds into the prepared batter until just combined. Do not overmix. Portion & fill each liner ? with batter. Add 1 tsp jam to center. Top with more batter to ?–¾ full. Sprinkle with sliced almonds. Bake at 190°C for 20–30 minutes until golden. Let muffins rest in tray for 5–10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.