Turmeric and ginger muffins

What we love about muffins is the endless possibility of variations for the curious gourmet. We tried a turmeric powder version and we have to tell you, we were totally won over! Easy to make with simple ingredients, unusual but perfectly balanced flavours and a magnificent orange-red colour, as well as being egg and lactose-free, this is a must-try recipe that even children can make!

For about 7 muffins

Preparation time: 15 min

Cooking time: 20 min in a 180°C oven

Ingredients for turmeric muffins (vegan):

• 190g of flour
• 120g of sugar
• 2 tsp of baking powder (or 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda)
• 1 pinch of salt
• 2 good tsps of Terra Madre ground turmeric (or less according to taste)
• ½ tsp of Terra Madre ground ginger
• A few pieces of crystallised ginger (optional)
• 100 ml olive oil
• 150 ml plant milk (non dairy or lactose)

Ingredients for the icing (optional)

• 4 tsp of icing sugar
• a few drops of lemon juice
• 1 tsp of boiling water
• Decoration: flower petals, lemon zest…

The recipe:

1. Mix together all the dry ingredients
2. Add the oil and the milk
3. Fill the muffin cases and bake for 20 min at 180°C.
4. When the muffins are cool , prepare the icing: mix together the icing sugar, and hot water then add the lemon juice and continue to beat for 10 seconds.
5. Spread on the muffins and decorate!

This simple recipe can be used as a base for a  matcha version, with other spices or ingredients of your choice!