Mantecadas
Serves 12
10 mins prep
15 mins cook
25 mins total
Mantecadas are simple yet delicious Mexican muffins. These moist and super easy to make goodies are ready in no time.
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Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
Beat eggs and add sugar.
Mix until well combined.
Add the milk and mix again.
Slowly drizzle in the oil while mixing.
Add vanilla and orange zest (if using).
Mix again.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon.
Add the dry ingredients a bit at a time.
Occasionally scrape down the sides until the flour mixture is completely mixed.
Line a muffin pan with cupcake wrappers.
Pour 3/4 of the mixture to each of the wrappers.
Once the oven is ready, place the muffin pan inside the oven.
Immediately lower the oven to 400 degrees F.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.