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Bolos de Arroz (Portuguese Rice Muffins)

These Bolos de Arroz are a delightful twist on muffins! Soft, moist, and subtly lemony, they're perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Portuguese
Keyword: Easy, Muffins, Rice Flour
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Granulated sugar plus additional for topping
  • ¾ cup Unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • a pinch Kosher salt
  • 3 Large eggs at room temperature
  • scant ½ cup Whole milk more or less as needed
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Rice flour

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease your muffin tin with butter or line it with muffin liners.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rice flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and kosher salt.
  • In a separate bowl, cream together the room-temperature unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the whole milk. Mix until just combined.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  • Sprinkle a little granulated sugar on top of each muffin batter.
  • Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • Once baked, let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze wrapped in plastic for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature.
  • Warm muffins in the oven for a few minutes before serving.