Muffin is a favorite in family kitchens all over the world for three simple reason. First, they can be made quickly and simply without too much fuss. You don’t have to whisk egg perfectly, no need for delicate expertise commonly needed to make other types of cake. Second, they are delicious and suit the palate of young and old people alike. Third, they can be easily customized using local ingredients. The versatile quality of muffin makes it a favorite in Russia too. There is even Russian muffin that is made using locally-sourced ingredients.
Russian muffin is quite similar to Russian version of cupcake, with two small differences. Russian cupcake has lighter dough with a lot of sweetener and commonly requires liquor. On the other hand, Russian muffin is relatively heavier, they can be either sweet or savory, and does not need any liquor at all.
Tvorog, the superstar among Russian dairy products, is low in carbs and sugars. But it contains a lot of sodium with smaller amount of protein, also vitamins A and C. Sodium is an essential electrolyte that maintains the balance of water in the body, helps proper muscle and nerve function, as well as controls blood pressure levels.
Add that with raisins which are fully-charged with energy and rich in fiber, potassium, vitamins, and minerals. Although raisins are relatively more sugary than Tvorog, but it is very beneficial in moderate portion. In fact, raisins can keep you feeling full for longer, help digestion, boost your iron levels, and may prevent damages to your cells and bones.
If you are someone with diabetes or high cholesterol problems, then Russian muffin should be avoided. But as long as you are a healthy person with few dietary constraints, then it is a good option for breakfast, afternoon snacks, and dinner dessert. You can also make it in mini sizes as finger foods for family parties, such as birthdays, new year party, or celebration of International Men’s Day.
So, after learning about what makes Russian muffin become so special, are you interested in it too? Let’s learn how to make Russian muffin and how to customize it to your taste. Don’t worry, it is very easy.
Russian muffin recipe is actually a slightly modified version of Syrniki, one of the most served desserts in Russian restaurants. However, Russian muffin is baked in small muffin molds, instead of fried on a pan like traditional Syrniki. Before making the muffin in your kitchen, make sure that you have prepared several paper cups or silicone muffin molds and your oven works well.
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Directions:
Modifying certain recipes may be seen as a near-blasphemy by overzealous gastronomist who strive to keep food authenticity as priority. However, for some other people, it may provide boundless inspirations amid boring daily routine, as well as an effort to make some food become more suitable for people with strict dietary constraints. For the latter group, Russian muffin will prove to be a very exciting food.
Here are a few ideas on how to modify the Russian muffin recipes:
So, what do you think? Do you have any ideas on what kind of muffin you want to make in the kitchen today? Russian muffins can stay in room temperature for around 2 days before going bad, and they can last for around 3-4 days in an airtight container in the fridge. Therefore, you can make a lot of them in one time, then keep it for tomorrow’s breakfast or snacks. This is surely an attractive option, although you may also prefer other Russian daily breakfast menu.
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