In our home, marmalade is synonymous with the little bear with a big personality, Paddington.
Marmalade is something you generally have to develop a taste for. While my son took to it quickly, my daughter, well, has had quite a love-hate relationship with the same. (I can see Paddington cringing!) When something like this happens I try hiding the flavors in a treat she loves and see if that changes her mind on things.
Thus, the birth of my Orange Marmalade Nut Muffins.
These are yummy, have a touch of “Paddington” in the same and taste best straight of the oven as the tops are still crisp!
- 1¾ cup all purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts/walnut chips
- 1 large egg- room temperature
- ½ cup butter- room temperature
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup fresh orange/tangerine juice
- ½ cup marmalade
- 1-2 tsp orange/tangerine zest (I used 1 tangerine for the same)
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F
- Mix the dry ingredients-flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, walnuts- in a bowl
- In your mixer, add the egg, butter and sugar. Mix till well blended.
- Add the dry ingredients to the mix and to this pour in the orange /nectarine juice, the zest and marmalade. Mix well.
- Spoon out the batter to fill ¾th the level of the cupcake liners or muffin pan.
- Place the filled pan(s) in the oven and bake till golden brown and your toothpick comes out clean (Approx 15 mins)
- Serve warm and enjoy the same over a sweet Paddington book!
And once these come out of the oven, cuddle on the couch or head outdoors with a picnic blanket, a few muffins and HarperCollins’ latest set of Paddington books. (Yes, I love, love, love partnering with them to share the latest publications on the shelves. We’re genuinely crazy about books, so this is like the icing on the cake for my little bookworms.)
I always tell the kids to try and read the book on which a movie is based, before watching the actual movie, because it brings so much more to life in ones mind. With the Paddington movie slotted for a Christmas 2014 release, these books, authored by Michael Bond, couldn’t have hit the shelves at a better time!
Paddington Bear Goes To Market
In this board book for young readers, Paddington is off to the market as the shops begin to open. His route lands up at a certain special place for a certain special treat!
Paddington Bear All Day
What does Paddington do all day? In this book, your little bear will see just what keeps this little bear busy.
Paddington
In this beautifully illustrated book by R.W. Alley, the young reader is introduced to Paddington, the sticky, little bear from Darkest Peru. And how he came to live with the Browns…manners, marmalade, mischief and all!
The Paddington Treasury
Now this is one book that would make any child excited to receive the same for a birthday or Christmas. This is a treasury of 6 bedtime stories that include the one, from where it all started- Paddington, Paddington at the Palace (Was that the Queen?), Paddington at the Zoo (A marmalade sandwich adventure!), Paddington in the Garden (What happens when a certain bear decides to take up gardening!), Paddington and the Marmalade Maze (Who said marmalade was only good to eat?) and Paddington the Artist (This artistic little bear holds an exhibition but will anyone buy his paintings?).
A Bear Called Paddington
Now Paddington is a bear loved by all ages. Not wanting to leave older kids out, HarperCollins has even come out with a novel for kids aged 8-12. (My daughter was thrilled.) The book is filled with bear-iffic adventures, halting for mandatory elevenses and pockets of giggles. It’s hard to not love this bear!
Do your kids love Paddington? Marmalade? Do you think these muffins would be a hit?
I don’t think my kids have ever read Paddington. The muffins sound great.
I loved Paddington as a kid. I need to introduce him to my son. I definitely think it would be love at first read. 🙂
I’m going to have to try these. Since cranberry orange muffins are my fave, I bet I’ll be a fan of yours too!
We love paddington! These muffins sound really great.
My daughter used to love Paddington the Bear. Every time she read a Paddington book she would ask for scones with marmalade.
What a sweet idea. I remember those precious books.
Those muffins looks so delicious! I love that they were inspired by children’s books!
I think these muffins would be a huge hit!!! I loved Padington Bear as a kid myself!
Paddington was so sweet! I always loved him when I was younger. Thanks for the recipe!
Awww, I loved Paddington when I was little. Plus the muffins sound yummy! What a great combo.
I love Paddington. The muffins sound yummy!
I must revisit Paddington. The ONLY thing I remember about that bear is that he loves marmalade ☺ Thanks for the reminder!
Awww, I loved Paddington Bear growing up! Boy, does this post bring back memories. I have to share those books with my kids.
I love marmalade. It’s got a really unique flavor that you don’t get from anything else.
I’m in the same camp as your daughter. I don’t really like marmalade unless it’s in a recipe. These muffins, for example, sound delicious!
Her response= “See Mama!” Ha! 😉
I adore Paddington! And these muffins look delicious!
Paddington Bear was one of my faves growing up. So glad he’s making a comeback!
These muffins sound yummy. I have always loved Paddington. He’s so cute!
These orange marmalade muffins sound delicious. I love to bake, and this recipe is next on my list.
Yay for Paddington!! He was one of my favorites. I can’t believe I didn’t think to read him to my girls, luckily it’s not too late.
Paddington is so sweet. I grew up with him! Love these marmalade muffins.
My girls would love these!
I don’t think I’ve ever tried orange marmalade. I bet I would like it though, and the muffins too.
Paddington bear reminds me so much of my own childhood. The muffins sound delish!
Yes, yes, and yes – we love it all. But seriously, who can resist Paddington?!
He’s lovable…sticky, clumsy and all!!
Aww I use to love Paddington! Oh and these muffins are wonderful!
I love Paddington. I am so glad to see he is making a comeback.
This post reminds me, when one of my girls was little. She came home from school and all she talked about what Paddington. They read it that day and she loved the book.
Paddington Bear is so precious! Im going to have to find those books. 🙂
I’ve never had orange marmalade but they sound wonderful. I can’t wait for the movie
He’s such a fun bear! I love that you used tangerine zest in these.
I love orange marmalade! I could literally eat it st right from the bottle. Can’t wait to try this recipe.
Awwww we love him! These muffins look super yummy. What a cute idea.
These look delicious. I just saw the trailer for Paddington’s new movie. I can’t wait!
My kids and I loved watching Paddington when they were younger. I bet the movie is going to be a hit. Thanks for sharing your recipe. It sounds delicious.
What a super idea to make these muffins with the book. so fun. I can’t wait to try this recipe.
This post brings back lots of childhood memories for me. I had a Paddington Bear, and my mom read the books to me. I need to pick up some books to share with my children.
Paddington was a part of my childhood too. I love that I’m able to relive it all through the books!
Awww PADINGTON! I forgot all about him! I need to grab those books for my younger kiddos!
These are such great books. Love those muffins too, such a great way to make meories with your children.
I love Paddington Bear. My mom had a stuffed Paddington and would never ever let me have him. I don’t know what happened to him. We’re very excited to see the movie!
This would be a great snack. Not only that but it would be a GREAT before movie snack for when Paddington comes out in theaters this Christmas!
Marina,
My girls just discovered how much they love marmalade this past summer – thanks to my parents! Every morning they’d eat a slice of toasted sourdough bread with marmalade and sharp cheddar cheese. We’re huge readers in our house, but surprisingly, my girls have never read Paddington. I think they’d love it. We’ll definitely put some of these books on our library list for this week!
My kids went through the Paddington Bear phase, and have enjoyed marmalade ever since! 🙂 There are great.
We don’t have any Paddington books but my grandson would enjoy them. I’m not much of a marmalade lover but I do love muffins and the flavor of orange, would love to try the recipe.
We will just love your Orange Marmalade Nut Muffins, delicious! Thank you so much for sharing this awesome post with Full Plate Thursday and hope you are having a fantastic weekend!
Come Back Soon,
Miz Helen
Delicious orange marmalade muffins, thanks for sharing with Hearth and Soul blog hop. pinning it.