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Old Fashion Bajan Muffins

Cultural Context

Originating from Barbados, Old Fashion Bajan Muffins reflect the island's rich culinary heritage, blending local flavors like coconut and spices. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or breakfast item, these muffins embody the warmth of Barbadian hospitality. In modern times, they have gained popularity beyond the Caribbean, celebrated for their delightful texture and tropical taste.

BarbadianBBother
45 min
easy
12 servings
Servings4
3/4 cups sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1.5 tablespoons baking powder
water
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
oil for frying

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and can enhance flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with added flavor.

1

Combine 3/4 cups sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon nutmeg in a bowl.

2

Add 1.5 tablespoons of baking powder to the mixture.

3

Mix in water and 1 teaspoon of vanilla essence.

4

Knead the mixture until it has a stiff texture suitable for rolling out.

5

Pinch off pieces of the dough and shape them into muffins.

6

Heat oil in a pan until hot.

7

Fry the muffins in the hot oil, turning them to cook both sides.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

panbowl

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Bajan MuffinsBarbadian Muffins

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