Pear and almond muffins

Here's a delightful recipe for Pear and Almond Muffins:

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup almond flour (or ground almonds)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and chopped into small pieces
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds (for topping, optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

3. Combine Wet Ingredients:

   • In another bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

   • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

5. Fold in Pears:

   • Gently fold in the chopped pears.

6. Fill Muffin Tin:

   • Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. If using, sprinkle the tops with sliced almonds.

7. Bake:

   • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool:

   • Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

These pear and almond muffins are wonderfully moist with a subtle almond flavor and sweet pear chunks. Enjoy them as a perfect treat for breakfast or a snack!