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Almond Orange Muffins

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Almond orange muffin enhance mood of a perfect brunch and are also refreshing in breakfast with tint

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon cinnamon Pinch of salt 1 cup wheat germ, divided 2 large eggs 1/2 cup vanilla milk 1/2 cup fresh orange juice 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup almond oil Zest of 1 orange 1 cup slivered almonds, roastedMethod: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a muffin pan with paper muffin cups.Mix flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt into a bowlStir in 3/4 cup wheat germ, and set asideIn a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, juice, sugar and oil. Add dry ingredients all at once and stir lightly until liquid is absorbed; batter should be lumpy. Stir in orange zest and 3/4 cup almonds.Divide batter among muffin cups and sprinkle tops with remaining almonds and wheat germ.Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.Remove from pan and let cool. Serve with almond butter or “cream cheese.”