Southern Star Dust Spiced Muffins

Southern Star Dust Spiced Muffins

Servings: 12 muffins Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• ½ tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 tbsp Southern Star Dust seasoning

• ¾ cup whole milk

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the muffin cups.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and Southern Star Dust seasoning.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix. If using, fold in the chopped nuts, chips or dried fruit.

5. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

7. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Southern Star Dust Spiced Dessert Glaze

Servings: Makes enough for one cake or 12 muffins Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 5 minutes Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2 tbsp milk (more if needed)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp Southern Star Dust seasoning

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• Optional garnish: Crushed rose petals or finely chopped nuts

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, Southern Star Dust seasoning, and melted butter until smooth.

2. If the glaze is too thick, add more milk, a teaspoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.

3. Drizzle the glaze over your cooled muffins, cakes, or other desserts.

4. If desired, garnish with crushed rose petals or finely chopped nuts for an extra touch of elegance.

5. Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.