Posted on Feb 1st 2016
Pumpkin Muffins Pumpkin Pie Muffins Pumpkin Pie Spice Butter Raspberry Butter |
Copyright 2000, Amanda Formaro http://familycorner.com/ The wonderful smell of autumn is here. From simmering cinnamon to the addictive aroma of fresh baked apple pie, nothing could be finer than Fall. To help you celebrate the tastes of this marvelous time of year, try some of these seasonal breads, muffins and loaves. Don't forget the flavored butters to add that final touch. Apple Sauce Loaf 1/2 c. shortening 1 c. sugar 2 eggs 1 3/4 c. flour 1 tsp. salt 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. soda 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 tsp. nutmeg 1 c. applesauce 1/2 c. nuts Cream together shortening and sugar. Add eggs and mix well. Sift together dry ingredients and gradually add to mixture. Stir until well mixed and add applesauce and nuts. Bake at 350 for 1 hour. Mix together 1/2 c. powdered sugar and 1 tbsp. water and pour on cake while still warm. Apple Bread 1/2 c. margarine 3/4 c. sugar 2 eggs 1 tsp. vanilla 2 c. flour 1 tsp. soda 1/2 tsp. salt 1/3 c. sour milk or orange juice 1 c. chopped cooking apples (no need to peel) 1/3 c. chopped walnuts In mixer, cream margarine and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Combine flour, soda and salt. Add to mixture and alternate with liquid. Add apples and walnuts. Turn into greased 9x5 loaf pan. Bake for about 1 hour at 350. Morning Glory Muffins 1 1/4 cup sugar 2 1/4 cup flour 1 tablespoon cinnamon 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup shredded coconut 3/4 cup raisins 4 large grated carrots (2 cups) 1 apple, shredded 8 ounces crushed pineapple, drained 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts 3 eggs 1 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon vanilla Sift together the sugars, flours, cinnamon, baking soda and salt into a large bowl. Add the fruit, carrots, nuts, and stir to combine. In a separate bowl whisk the eggs, oil, and vanilla. Pour this mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir to blend well. Spoon mixture into cupcake tins lined with muffin papers. Fill to brim of each cup. Bake in preheated 350? oven for 35 minutes. Toothpick inserted into the middle of muffin will come out clean when muffins are done. Cool muffins in pan for 10 minutes then turn out on rack to cool. Yield is 16 muffins. Muffins improve even more after 24 hours. Freezes well. Cinnamon Butter 2 sticks butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 tsp cinnamon Combine all ingredients and mix well. Serve over sweet bread, muffins, or morning waffles. Store tightly covered in the refrigerator. Apple Spread 1 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened 1 c. grated cheddar cheese 1/4 c. mayonnaise dash of sugar 1 c. chopped apple with peel 1/2 c. chopped celery 1/2 c. chopped pecans Mix together the cream cheese and cheddar cheese until well blended. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables. |
Golden Herb Rolls 2/3 cup milk 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine 1/4 cup water 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 package quick-rising yeast 2 teaspoons dried savory leaves, crushed 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed, crushed 1 cup canned pumpkin 4 eggs, divided 2 tablespoons sesame seeds Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 20 to 24 muffin cups. Combine milk, butter and water in small saucepan; heat until butter is melted. If necessary, cool to 120º F. to 130º F. Combine 3 cups flour, sugar, yeast, savory, salt, thyme and dill in large mixer bowl. Add milk mixture and pumpkin; beat for 2 minutes. Stir in 3 eggs and remaining flour. Cover; let rise in warm, draft-free place for 10 minutes or until doubled. Spoon into prepared muffin cups, filling 1/2 to 3/4 full. Cover; let rise in warm, draft-free place for 30 to 40 minutes or until doubled. Beat remaining egg and brush on top of rolls; sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until rolls are golden and sound hollow when tapped. Remove from pans; serve warm or cool on wire rack. Apple Muffin Mix A great morning starter. Tuck this mix into a wooden apple basket lined with a coordinating napkin. Dried apples can usually be found in airtight pouches near the raisins in the supermarket. 2 cups self rising flour 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1 cup chopped dried apple In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients. Place the mix into an airtight container. APPLE MUFFINS: 1 package Apple Muffin Mix 1 egg 3/4 cup milk 1/4 cup vegetable oil Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease 12 muffin tins. Place the Apple Muffin Mix in a large bowl and add the egg, milk and oil. Stir the ingredients until they are just blended. Do not overmix. Spoon the batter into greased muffin pans, filling 3/4 full. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. Autumn Butter 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice 1/4 cup whipping cream 1 cup butter, softened Mix all ingredients until well blended. Spread onto your favorite muffins, quick bread, sweet crackers, or drop a dollop onto morning pancakes. |