Panettone Muffins

Panettone Muffins are a delicious reinterpretation of the classic Christmas sweet and represent an original way to reuse leftover panettone. Here is the recipe:

Ingredients

• 300 g of panettone (ready-made or leftover)
• 150 g of type 00 flour
• 2 medium eggs
• 100 g of sugar
• 100 ml of milk
• 60 ml of seed oil
• 1 packet of baking powder
• Grated zest of one orange (optional for flavoring)
• Butter and flour to butter and flour the muffin mold
• Icing sugar for decoration (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. In a large bowl, crumble the panettone with your hands until it is reduced to small pieces.
3. In another bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
4. Add the oil and milk to the egg and sugar mixture and mix well.
5. Gradually incorporate the sifted flour and baking powder, mixing gently to avoid lumps.
6. If you wish to add an extra flavor, integrate the grated orange zest.
7. Combine the panettone pieces into the mixture and stir gently to distribute them evenly.
8. Butter and flour the muffin molds, or use paper liners.
9. Fill them with the mixture up to three-quarters of their height.
10. Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool on a wire rack.
12. If desired, dust the muffins with icing sugar before serving.

Curiosity

This recipe is not only great for giving new life to panettone during the holidays but can also be personalized with the addition of chocolate chips, candied fruits, or nuts to further enrich the flavor of your muffins. Furthermore, in Italy, it is common to always look for new ways to enhance traditional sweets, and these muffins are a perfect example of this culinary trend.