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Frosty Top Butternut Squash Muffins

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These moist, flavorful muffins feature a blend of spiced butternut squash and crunchy walnuts, topped with a creamy, citrusy frosting that brings a light and fresh contrast. A perfect treat for any occasion, with a touch of floral elegance.

Ingredients

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For the Muffins:

  • 400g butternut squash, skin on, deseeded and roughly chopped
  • 350g light soft brown sugar
  • 4 large free-range eggs
  • 300g plain flour, unsifted
  • 2 heaped teaspoons baking powder
  • A handful of walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 175ml extra virgin olive oil

For the Frosted Cream Topping:

  • Zest of 1 clementine
  • Zest of 1 lemon and juice of ½ a lemon
  • 140ml soured cream
  • 2 heaped tablespoons icing sugar, sifted
  • Optional: lavender flowers or rose petals
  • 1 vanilla pod, split lengthways and seeds scraped out

Instructions

  • Prepare the Muffins:
    • Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4. Line your muffin tins with paper cases.
    • In a food processor, finely chop the butternut squash.
    • Add the light soft brown sugar, eggs, and a pinch of salt to the processor. Mix well.
    • Add the plain flour, baking powder, chopped walnuts, ground cinnamon, and extra virgin olive oil. Mix until well combined, but be careful not to overmix.
    • Divide the mixture between the paper cases in the muffin tin.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool on a wire rack.
  • Prepare the Frosted Cream Topping:
    • While the muffins are baking, make the frosted cream topping. In a bowl, combine most of the clementine zest, all of the lemon zest, and lemon juice.
    • Add the soured cream, icing sugar, and vanilla seeds. Mix until smooth and well combined. Adjust the balance of lemon juice and icing sugar to taste.
    • Chill in the refrigerator until the muffins are cool.
  • Assemble:
    • Once the muffins are completely cool, spoon the frosted cream topping onto each muffin.
    • Garnish with the remaining clementine zest and, if desired, a few dried lavender flowers or rose petals for an extra touch of elegance.
  • Serve:
    • Serve on a cake stand, a lovely plate, or a rustic slab. Enjoy the muffins as a delightful treat with a cup of tea or coffee.

Notes

  • Optional floral garnishes, such as lavender flowers or rose petals, can elevate the visual appeal and flavor.
  • These muffins pair beautifully with tea or coffee, perfect for brunch or dessert.

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