Food Processor Orange Date Muffins

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These muffins are mixed up entirely in the food processor, although i did have to give them a final stir by hand to mix in some unincorporated flour. they are are absolutely delicious and freeze well.

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Steps

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Toss the dates with 1 / 2 cup of the all-purpose flour.

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In a food processor fitted with a metal blade , process the mixture until evenly chopped.

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Add the orange and process until finely chopped.

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Add the orange juice , eggs and butter and process until blended.

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Stir together the whole wheat flour , remaining all-purpose flour , sugar , baking powder , baking soda and salt.

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Add the date mixture and process just until moistened but not overmixed.

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Spoon into large greased for paper-lined muffin cups , filling three-quarters full.

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Bake in a 400 degree f oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until the tops are firm to the touch.

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Ingredients

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pitted dates, all-purpose flour, orange, orange juice, eggs, butter, whole wheat flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt