Magdalenas Recipe (Traditional Spanish Muffins)

Freshly baked Spanish muffins, served with a cup of espresso in the background.

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Magdalenas Recipe (Traditional Spanish Muffins)

Magdalenas are classic Spanish muffins; light, fluffy, and delicately flavored with lemon. They're so easy to prepare and excellent for breakfast or merienda --- a timeless Spanish treat that never goes out of style!

Prep Time20

Cook Time20

Resting Time30

Total Time1 10

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Spanish

Servings: pieces

Calories: 183kcal

Author: Neriz

Equipment

Ingredients

1 & 1/4 cups flour
1 tbsp baking powder
2 medium eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup sugar (plus about 1 tbsp for sprinkling)
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large lemon, grated zest

Instructions

Strain and combine the flour and baking powder in a medium-sized bowl.
Using a separate, larger mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugar; beat until the mixture becomes pale yellow.
Add olive oil, milk, and lemon zest; then mix until everything is combined.
Add the strained flour and baking powder, and fold to combine with the rest of the wet ingredients.
Cover the mixing bowl with plastic and place it in the refrigerator for about thirty to sixty minutes.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Use a spoon to transfer the batter into your tins.
Sprinkle with sugar --- on the off-center side of the muffins.
Place the muffins in the center of the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sugar has set.
Remove from the oven and set to cool.
Serve your authentic magdalenas and sprinkle more sugar if desired.
Enjoy!

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Notes

Cook's Tip: Ensure you rest the batter in the fridge. It helps in making the muffins light and puffy.
Refer to the post for more tips and suggestions.

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