"We love the combination of strawberry and orange in this sweet breakfast muffin with a streusel topping. For a less conventional (but equally delicious) twist, try the basil variation. The hint of basil complements the fruity berries wonderfully...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 tablespoons almonds
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2 tablespoons plus 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, divided
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2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup brown sugar, divided
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3 teaspoons freshly grated orange zest, divided (see Variation)
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1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
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2 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup canola oil, divided
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1 cup white whole-wheat flour , or whole-wheat pastry flour (see Note)
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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3/4 cup nonfat or low-fat buttermilk
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1/4 cup orange juice
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups chopped fresh or frozen (not thawed) strawberries , (about 8 ounces)