Delicious Muffins: Easy & Moist Recipe!

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around a recipe for muffins made with spice cake mix and sweet potatoes. Participants share their experiences with the recipe, discuss variations, and compare the nutritional aspects of sweet potatoes and pumpkin.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares their experience of making muffins using a box of spice cake mix and a large can of sweet potatoes, describing them as super moist and a family favorite.
  • Another participant expresses enthusiasm for the recipe, noting its simplicity.
  • One participant asks for clarification on whether to prepare the cake mix normally before adding sweet potatoes.
  • A different participant clarifies that only the cake mix and sweet potatoes are used, with no additional ingredients like oil or eggs.
  • One participant recounts a humorous mix-up where they intended to buy canned pumpkin but purchased sweet potatoes instead, ultimately finding the muffins turned out well.
  • Another participant mentions having made the muffins with pumpkin in the past and inquires about the health differences between sweet potatoes and pumpkin.
  • One participant suggests that sweet potatoes and pumpkin are fairly comparable in nutritional value, both being high in beta-carotene.
  • Several participants provide nutritional comparisons between sweet potatoes and pumpkin, noting differences in protein, carbs, fat, fiber, and calories.
  • One participant speculates that the higher carb and calorie counts for sweet potatoes may be due to them being packed in sugar syrup, unlike pumpkin.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the health benefits of sweet potatoes versus pumpkin, with some participants providing nutritional data while others share personal experiences without reaching a clear consensus.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal anecdotes related to cooking and ingredient substitutions, reflecting a casual and experiential approach to the recipe discussion.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in simple baking recipes or those exploring ingredient alternatives may find the shared experiences and discussions relevant.

luvs2sellit
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This is the most simple recipe for delicious muffins. I made them last night and my family loved them. Super moist.

1 box of Spice cake mix
1 Large can of sweet potatoes. drained


Pour cake mix into bowl. Add sweet potatoes. Mash with potatoe masher and mix. Put into muffin tin at 350 for about 30 minutes. I suggest you check them often due to different ovens.

Yummy, Yummy. Our new favorite recipe. I packed up 2 last night to take to my sister in law today and when I got up this morning they were gone. DH took them to work!
 
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luvs2sellit said:
This is the most simple recipe for delicious muffins. I made them last night and my family loved them. Super moist.

1 box of Spice cake mix
1 Large can of sweet potatoes. drained


Pour cake mix into bowl. Add sweet potatoes. Mash with potatoe masher and mix. Put into muffin tin at 35 for about 30 minutes. I suggest you check them often due to different ovens.

Yummy, Yummy. Our new favorite recipe. I packed up 2 last night to take to my sister in law today and when I got up this morning they were gone. DH took them to work!
That sounds so good! So simple, too!:)
 
Do you make the cake mix normal first. Then add the sweet potatos
 
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Nope, just the cake mix and sweet potatoes. That's it . No oil, water or eggs.
The funny story with this is I was told this recipe and to use canned pumpkin. Went to the store last night and bought canned sweet potatoes thinking the whole time I was buying canned pumpkin. (Long week of bball tryouts, school open houses etc). Went home and DS came into kitchen and asked what I was cooking. I told him pumpkin muffins. Put them in the oven and went for a walk.Dh was watching them for me. On my walk I realized that I had bought sweet potatoes and not pumpkin. But they turned out even better I thought.
 
luvs2sellit said:
Went to the store last night and bought canned sweet potatoes thinking the whole time I was buying canned pumpkin.
ROFL That's something I would do!

I have made them before with pumpkin. I made them in the silicone cupcake pan.

Does anyone know which would be healthier? Sweet potatoes or pumpkin?
 
They're probably fairly comparable. They're both high in beta-carotene! That's why they're orange.
 
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Pumpkin
Small Can

Protein 2.7
Carbs 19.9
Fat 0.7
Fiber 7.2
Calories 83


Sweet Potatos
Small can

Protein 5.1
Carbs 59.2 :eek:
Fat 0.6
Fiber 4.4
Calories 258


For the recipe you use a large can so double the numbers above. Looks like the pumpkin is the better choice. No wonder it tasted better with the sweet potatos. lol.
 
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luvs2sellit said:
Pumpkin
Small Can Protein 2.7
Carbs 19.9
Fat 0.7
Fiber 7.2
Calories 83 Sweet Potatos
Small can Protein 5.1
Carbs 59.2 :eek:
Fat 0.6
Fiber 4.4
Calories 258
For the recipe you use a large can so double the numbers above. Looks like the pumpkin is the better choice. No wonder it tasted better with the sweet potatos. lol.
The carbs & calories are probably alot higher because usually Sweet Potatoes are packed in a sugar syrup, but pumpkin isn't. If you used the same quantity of home cooked & mashed sweet potatoes it would probably be more comparable to the pumpkin.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What ingredients do I need for the Delicious Muffins recipe?

To make Delicious Muffins, you will need all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, milk, eggs, vegetable oil, and your choice of add-ins such as blueberries, chocolate chips, or nuts.

How do I ensure my muffins are moist?

To ensure your muffins are moist, avoid overmixing the batter, as this can lead to dense muffins. Additionally, using ingredients like yogurt or sour cream can help retain moisture.

What is the baking time and temperature for these muffins?

The muffins should be baked at 350°F (175°C) for about 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Can I make these muffins ahead of time?

Yes, you can make these muffins ahead of time. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Just reheat them in the oven or microwave before serving.

What are some variations I can try with this muffin recipe?

You can try various variations by adding different fruits like bananas or apples, incorporating spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, or using flavored extracts such as vanilla or almond. You can also experiment with different types of flour, like whole wheat or gluten-free flour.

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