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Mantecadas (Mexican Muffins) Recipe

The best Mantecadas are moist, delicious & super easy to make from scratch. These Mexican muffins are delicious pan dulce loved in every Mexican home. Enjoy with coffee for breakfast, as a snack or dessert- you decide!

Prep Time
13 mins
Cook Time
13 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 18 medium muffins
Calories: 209 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon table salt
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C). Line a 12-count muffin pan with cupcake liners. Set aside. (Note, this recipe makes 18 muffins)
  2. In a large bowl, using a fine mesh strainer, sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl using a whisk or handheld mixer, beat eggs then add the sugar and mix until creamy.
  4. Add the milk and vanilla. Continue to whisk or beat with handheld mixer.
  5. Add the oil while whisking at the same time. Mix until every ingredient has integrated.
  6. Add the flour a little at the time and whisk each time. Whisk until there are no clumps. Do not over mix.
  7. Using a ¼ dry measuring cup, pour the batter into each liner filling it ¾ to the top.
  8. Bake the muffins for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the muffins to cool for 5 minutes in the muffin pan, then transfer to a wire rack to continue cooling.

Notes

  • Storing – Place a layer of paper towel into the bottom of the sealed plastic container. Place the muffins on top and cover with another sheet or two of paper towel. This will absorb the moisture and prevent the top of the muffins getting sticky!
  • Never refrigerate mantecadas. The cool temperature of the fridge changes the texture of muffins and makes them dry out faster rather than keep them moist.
  • Never refrigerate mantecadas. The cool temperature of the fridge changes the texture of muffins and makes them dry out faster rather than keep them moist.
  • Freeze – One of the easier muffins to freeze, once fully cooled they can be frozen by wrapping them individually in plastic wrap and then placing in a heavy-duty freezer bag for up to 4 months.
  • Freeze – One of the easier muffins to freeze, once fully cooled they can be frozen by wrapping them individually in plastic wrap and then placing in a heavy-duty freezer bag for up to 4 months.
  • To Thaw – Pop out one or two at the time, thaw on the counter at room temperature, and serve with your favorite berries and some whipped cream!
  • To Thaw – Pop out one or two at the time, thaw on the counter at room temperature, and serve with your favorite berries and some whipped cream!
  • Storing – Place a layer of paper towel into the bottom of the sealed plastic container. Place the muffins on top and cover with another sheet or two of paper towel. This will absorb the moisture and prevent the top of the muffins getting sticky!
  •   Never refrigerate mantecadas. The cool temperature of the fridge changes the texture of muffins and makes them dry out faster rather than keep them moist.
  •   Freeze – One of the easier muffins to freeze, once fully cooled they can be frozen by wrapping them individually in plastic wrap and then placing in a heavy-duty freezer bag for up to 4 months.
  •   To Thaw – Pop out one or two at the time, thaw on the counter at room temperature, and serve with your favorite berries and some whipped cream!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1muffin Calories 209kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 8g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 41mg (14%) Sodium 132mg (6%) Potassium 15mg (0%) Sugar 12g (24%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18medium muffins

Amount Per Serving

Calories 209

% Daily Value*

Serving 1muffin
Calories 209kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8g 47%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 132mg 6%
Potassium 15mg 0%
Sugar 12g 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.