Zucchini Lime Muffins

Name: Zucchini Lime Muffins
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 1 dozen
Ingredients: 2 cups (260 g) zucchini, grated; 1 cup (210 g) sugar; 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened; 2 eggs; 2 limes, zest finely grated; 1/4 cup (60 ml) lime juice; 1 3/4 cups (265 g) unbleached all-purpose flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp baking soda; 2 limes, zest finely grated; 2 tbsp (30 ml) lime juice; 1 cup (130 g) icing sugar

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Preparation 30 min
Cooking 30 min
Servings 1
Makes 1 dozen
Freezes Yes

These zucchini and lime cupcakes really do have a dual personality. Extra-fluffy thanks to the blended veggies, the morning version is served icing-free while their after-dinner draw comes from a zesty lime glaze drizzled on top. Muffins for breakfast, cupcakes for dessert? Yes, please!

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Ingredients

Muffins
- 2 cups (260 g) zucchini, grated
- 1 cup (210 g) sugar
- 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 2 limes, zest finely grated
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) lime juice
- 1 3/4 cups (265 g) unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
Icing (optional)
- 2 limes, zest finely grated
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) lime juice
- 1 cup (130 g) icing sugar

Preparation

Muffins
- With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper or silicone cups.
- Place the zucchini in a glass bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 3 minutes.
- In a food processor, purée the zucchini with the sugar and butter until smooth. Add the eggs, lime zest and juice. Mix for a few seconds. Add the remaining ingredients and mix until combined.
- Divide the batter between the muffin cups (see note). Bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
Icing
- In a bowl, mix together all of the ingredients. Ice the muffins, if desired.

Note from Ricardo

For a nice touch, sprinkle the unbaked muffins with grated zucchini. Grate about ¾ cup (100 g) extra zucchini and divide among the muffins. And don't forget to add icing for the perfect after-dinner cupcake!

Zucchini Lime Muffins

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Icing (optional)

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Muffins

Icing

Note from Ricardo

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