Valentine’s Day Jelly Donut Muffins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
Description
These delightful jelly donut muffins are a perfect treat for Valentine’s Day, featuring a sweet raspberry jelly center and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (480 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp (95 ml) canola oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Approx 1/3 cup (80 ml) raspberry jelly
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a muffin tin with paper liners and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the milk, canola oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins tough.
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter. Add a small spoonful of raspberry jelly to the center of each cup, then top with more batter until the cups are about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the muffin (avoiding the jelly) comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use a good quality raspberry jelly.
- These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- If you prefer a different flavor, try using strawberry or apricot jelly.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving to maintain the fresh look.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 95
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 35
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I keep the jelly centered in the muffin rather than sinking to the bottom?
The instructions say to fill each muffin cup halfway with batter first, then add a small spoonful of raspberry jelly to the center, and top with more batter until the cups are about 3/4 full; this sandwiching technique suspends the jelly and prevents it from settling to the bottom during baking.
Can I use a different flavor of jelly?
Yes — the notes specifically suggest trying strawberry or apricot jelly as alternatives to raspberry, and recommend using a good-quality jelly for best results.
Why should I avoid overmixing the batter?
The instructions warn to stir the wet and dry ingredients until just combined and to be careful not to overmix, because overmixing develops gluten and makes the muffins tough rather than light and tender. 
