Yellow Squash Muffins

Total Time:Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Doris Heath

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Aug. 11, 2023

These muffins are so moist and golden, they're sure to become an instant family favorite. They have a delicate squash flavor.—Doris Heath, Franklin, North Carolina

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Yellow Squash Muffins

Yield:1 dozen
Prep:20 min
Cook:20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 pound yellow summer squash, cut into 1-inch slices
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
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Directions

  1. Place 1 in. of water in a saucepan; add squash. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until tender. Drain and mash; stir in the butter and egg. In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir in the squash mixture just until moistened.
  2. Fill greased muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.