Pina Colada Muffins

Recipe by Creative Bakery Solutions

Amazing flavor for morning and afternoon coffee breaks.

Prep time: 5 minutes

Cook time: 20-30

Total time: 30

Yield: 18 muffins

Ingredients

• 1 18.25 ounce package Vanilla Variations by Creative Bakery Solutions
• 1 tablespoon Coconut Extract or paste
• 1 tablespoon Run
• 1 cup Flaked coconut
• 1/2 cup Chopped nuts - optional
• 3/4 cup Vegetable Oil
• 1 cup Pineapple juice or water
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup Crushed Pineapple

Cooking Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Using a blender mix: variations mix, eggs, oil, water/juice, run and coconut extract. Mix for 3 minutes on medium speed scraping the sides to well blended. Fold in coconut, pineapple and nuts. Fill muffin cups 1/2 full with batter. Bake for approximately 20-30 minutes.

Cherry Cake Balls

Ingredients

• 1 18.25 ounce package Chocolate Variations Mix
• 1 1/4 cup Strong brewed coffee
• 1/4 cup oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 jar (10 ounce) maraschino cherries

Cooking Directions

1. Combine the variations mix, coffee, oil and eggs. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes. Pour batter into a greased and floured 13 inch x 9 inch pan. Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool completely.
3. Place cherries in a food processor; cover and process until coarsely chopped. Transfer to a small bowl; stir in the brandy, preserves and 3 tablespoons coffee. Crumble cake into a large bowl. Add frosting and cherry mixture; beat well. Shape into 1 inch balls.
5. In a microwave, melt candy coating and shortening; stir until smooth.
7. Dip balls in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container overnight before serving. Yield: 6 dozen.

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins or Quick Bread

Ingredients

• 1 Vanilla Variations Mix by Creative Bakery Solutions
• 3 eggs
• 3/4 cup Vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest

Cooking Directions

1. Mix with a blender for 2-3 minutes. Scrap the sides of the bowl to blend appropriately. Decide if you want quick Breads (makes 1 large or 2 one pound loafs) - or - if you want to make muffins - 12-18 muffins. Spray the quick bread pan with non-stick spray or line your muffin tins with paper liners. Bake at 350 degrees. Muffins will take 20-30 minutes and the quick bread 40-60 minutes. Great for breakfast or afternoon coffee break.