BAKING WITH HEMP: HEMP MUFFINS YOU MUST TRY!

BAKING WITH HEMP: HEMP MUFFINS YOU MUST TRY!

Recently, baking with cannabis has become increasingly popular. And no wonder! Hemp has a unique taste and many nutritional benefits that will be appreciated not only by lovers of good food, but also by those looking for alternative ways to incorporate this plant into their diet. If you're just starting out with cannabis baking or looking for new inspiration, we have the perfect recipes for you. In this article, we offer you recipes for hemp muffins that will not only impress you with their unique taste, but also with their easy preparation. So get baking and discover how cannabis can be used in the kitchen!

Why use hemp in baking?

Baking with cannabis offers many benefits, both in terms of taste and nutrition. Below are a few reasons why you should consider including hemp in your recipes:

  • Nutritional value: hemp is rich in protein, essential fatty acids, especially omega-3 and omega-6, and vitamins and minerals such as iron, zinc, calcium and magnesium. Adding hemp to baked goods or desserts can increase their nutritional value.
  • Unique taste: hemp has a unique nutty flavour that can add a new dimension to many traditional recipes.
  • Versatility: hemp can be used in many recipes, whether in the form of hemp oil, hemp flour or hemp butter. You can experiment with different textures and flavours.
  • Gluten-free: hemp flour can be a great option for those looking for an alternative to traditional flour, as it is gluten-free.
  • Health boosting: some studies have shown that hemp helps with inflammation, promotes heart and brain health and can also improve sleep quality.

Recipe 1: Classic hemp muffins

Ingredients:

  • 250 g of plain flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch of salt
  • 100 g of sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 100 ml hemp oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 200 ml yoghurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 50 g hemp seeds (for sprinkling)

Procedure:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C and prepare a muffin tin lined with paper cupcakes.
  2. Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the hemp oil, eggs, yoghurt and vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix until a smooth batter is formed.
  5. Fill the muffin cups about two-thirds full.
  6. Sprinkle each muffin with a teaspoon of hemp seeds.
  7. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the surface of the muffins are golden brown.
  8. Let the muffins cool and then there is nothing left to do but enjoy them.

Recipe 2: Hemp muffins with apples and cinnamon

Ingredients:

  • 250 g of plain flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch of salt
  • 100 g of sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (and more for sprinkling)
  • 100 ml hemp oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 200 ml yoghurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 medium-sized apples, peeled, cored and cut into small pieces
  • 10 drops of CBD oil

Procedure:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C and prepare a muffin tin lined with paper cupcakes.
  2. Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the hemp oil, eggs, yoghurt and vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix until a smooth batter is formed.
  5. Add the chopped apples and a few drops of CBD oil to the batter. Stir to evenly distribute the apples.
  6. Fill the batter into the muffin cups until they are about two-thirds full.
  7. For a stronger cinnamon flavor , sprinkle each muffin with a pinch of ground cinnamon.
  8. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the surface of the muffins are golden brown.
  9. Once cooled , you can serve the muffins and enjoy this fall dessert with intense apple and cinnamon flavor!

Recipe 3: Protein Hemp Muffins with Blueberries

Ingredients:

  • 250 g plain flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch of salt
  • 100 g of sugar
  • 100 ml hemp oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 200 ml yoghurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 scoop of hemp protein powder
  • 150 g fresh blueberries

Procedure:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C and prepare a muffin tin lined with paper cupcakes.
  2. Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar and protein powder in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the hemp oil, eggs, yogurt and vanilla extract.
  4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix until a smooth batter is formed.
  5. Lightly fold in the fresh blueberries.
  6. Fill the muffin cups about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the surface of the muffins are golden brown.
  8. Once the muffins have cooled, you can enjoy them. These hemp protein muffins with blueberries are a great way to treat yourself to a nutritious and delicious snack or breakfast packed with hemp protein and antioxidants from blueberries.

Recipe 4: Honey-Hemp Muffins with CBD Flowers

Ingredients:

  • 250 g plain flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch of salt
  • 100 g of honey
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 100 ml hemp oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 200 ml yoghurt
  • 50 g oat flakes
  • 2-3 grams of dried CBD flowers

Procedure:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C and prepare a muffin tin lined with paper cupcakes.
  2. Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar and ground cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the hemp oil, eggs and yogurt.
  4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix until a smooth dough forms.
  5. Lightly stir in the oatmeal and crushed dried CBD flowers into the batter.
  6. Fill the batter into the muffin cups until they are about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the muffin surface is golden brown.
  8. Once cooled , you can serve the muffins immediately.

Recipe 5: Hemp muffins with coffee, caramel topping and hemp chocolate

Ingredients:

For the muffins:

  • 250 g of plain flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch of salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground coffee
  • 100 ml hemp oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 200 ml yoghurt
  • 50 g hemp chocolate (chopped)

For the caramel topping:

  • 100 g of sugar
  • 50 g butter
  • 50 ml cream
  • pinch of salt

Procedure:

For the muffins:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C and prepare a muffin tin lined with paper cups.
  2. Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar and ground coffee in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the hemp oil, eggs and yogurt.
  4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ones and mix until a smooth dough forms.
  5. Gently fold the chopped hemp chocolate into the batter.
  6. Fill the muffin cups about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the surface of the muffins are golden brown.
  8. Let the muffins cool.

For the caramel topping:

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, heat the sugar until it begins to dissolve and turns golden brown. Add the butter and cream and stir until a smooth caramel forms. Then add the salt.
  2. Pour the caramel topping over each muffin.
  3. Once the muffins have cooled and the caramel has set, you can serve them.

Tips and tricks for making hemp muffins

  • Use paper muffin cups, which make the muffins easier to handle and also give them an attractive appearance.
  • You can add other aromatic ingredients such as vanilla, lemon or orange zest to the batter to give the muffins a more distinctive flavour.
  • You can also add dark chocolate chips or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • Adding chopped nuts (such as walnuts, hazelnuts or almonds) to the batter will add crunch and increase the nutritional value of the muffins.
  • Experiment with different fruits such as raspberries, blueberries or cranberries to add new and fresh flavours to your muffins.
  • If you add CBD to muffins, dose carefully according to the directions for use
  • Cannabis muffins can be served with cannabis tea for a harmonious flavour combination.
  • Store hemp muffins in a sealed container or wrapped in cling film to keep them fresh longer.

A few words in conclusion

Hemp muffins are not only a delicious treat but also have a rich nutritional value. Hemp seeds and oils are rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, protein and other important nutrients. Combined with creative ingredients, this makes for muffins that please the palate, and you can even enrich them with CBD for potential relaxing effects. Be sure to experiment and try different recipe variations, such as adding chocolate, nuts or fruit. Baking with cannabis can be a fun experience full of delicious flavours and health benefits.


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