If you love soft, bakery-style muffins with tall, golden tops and bright citrus flavor, these orange vanilla buttermilk muffins are going to feel like a little burst of sunshine in every bite! They start with the same tender base as my classic buttermilk muffins (which are incredible, too!), then add fresh orange zest, a hint of vanilla, and a sweet citrus glaze.I also have plenty more of my best muffin recipes waiting for you to bake and enjoy! Want to save this recipe?Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! Plus you’ll get new recipes from us every week!Email *Save Recipe Ingredients & Substitutions All-Purpose Flour: Provides structure and gives the muffins their soft but sturdy bakery-style crumb.Granulated Sugar: Sweetens the muffins while helping keep the texture light.

The sugar also works with the orange zest when you rub them together to release citrus oils for better flavor.Orange Zest & Fresh Orange Juice: The zest gives the muffins their bright, fragrant orange flavor, while a little fresh juice reinforces the citrus taste without making the batter too wet.Two large oranges should give enough zest and juice for the recipe.

Buttermilk: Adds tanginess, moisture, and tenderness to the crumb.If you don’t have buttermilk, you can make a quick substitute by adding ½ tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to the amount of milk and letting it sit for a few minutes.Unsalted Butter: Melted and slightly cooled butter add

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