Welcome to the SO YOU THINK YOU CAN SQUEEZE CHALLENGE! Over the next three weeks you'll be the ones in the judge's seat as you decide which of our two aspiring Citrus Chefs has done the best job with three fabulous recipes featuring Florida Citrus products. Your job is simple: check in each week and read both Kath's and Carol's recipe reviews, compare the pictures of their final product and then vote! When you comment below after you vote, you'll earn a ballot for some amazing prizes!
This week, Grapefruit† Glazed Bran Muffins:
KATH'S REVIEW
Last winter I had the opportunity to try cooking with grapefruit† and grapefruit juice for the first time (here, here and here) - it was a really fun exercise and I've continued to enjoy using citrus fruits and juices in my cooking ever since. So when I was approached again to take part in this recipe challenge, I accepted with pleasure!
I will admit to a certain amount of trepidation about the contest aspect of the challenge, though...I love to cook, but I'm not entirely confident with my presentation skills! But be that as it may, I had a wonderful time trying these delightful recipes, and it was a great reminder what an excellent addition Florida citrus fruits and juices are in so many recipes.
This recipe has been approved by the Heart & Stroke Foundation and is a great way to incorporate a healthy snack into your daily routine. For more healthy citrus recipe ideas, visit www.heartandstroke.ca.
I loved these muffins. In fact, I'm enjoying one with my morning coffee as I write this review. I'm the kind of person who detests the oily store-bought variety of muffins, sticking with home-made muffins (and usually cutting the oil in those, too). These muffins, though, are perfect. No greasiness - just a perfect texture both inside (soft but not oily) and out (crunchy). The bran flavour was lovely, and the hint of grapefruit was both fresh and tart: a perfect breakfast choice. I always save my favourite part - the muffin-tops - for last, and these didn't disappoint - the grapefruit honey glaze gives them a lovely shine and a kick of sweet grapefruit flavour. Superb!
CAROL'S REVIEW
While I have used orange juice in many recipes I have not had the opportunity to use grapefruit†. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed its refreshing flavour. Even better, this recipe has been reviewed by Heart and Stroke Foundation dietitians and meets the nutrient criteria based on Canada's Food Guide. For more healthy recipe ideas, visit www.heartandstroke.ca.
The grapefruit muffins had a subtle grapefruit flavouring that both my husband and I found extremely pleasing. I was concerned that the grapefruit juice would make the muffins sour and tart; this was far from accurate. The muffins were perfectly balanced in both sweetness and flavour. My husband and I both agreed that the muffins would make a perfect breakfast or mid-morning treat. They are packed full of fibre and whole-wheat goodness. There is no mistaking that these muffins are chock full of bran. They also contain no white flour; instead whole-wheat flour is used. The use of bran and whole wheat creates a rough and crunchy texture on the outside, while the middle remains soft. The muffins were perfect with a tall glass of milk. My 10-year-old daughter really enjoyed their flavour and thought they would taste really great cut in half with a little smear of margarine. My 7-year-old thought they tasted a little too healthy and was a bit overwhelmed by the bran texture.
This week, Grapefruit† Glazed Bran Muffins:
KATH'S REVIEW
Last winter I had the opportunity to try cooking with grapefruit† and grapefruit juice for the first time (here, here and here) - it was a really fun exercise and I've continued to enjoy using citrus fruits and juices in my cooking ever since. So when I was approached again to take part in this recipe challenge, I accepted with pleasure!
I will admit to a certain amount of trepidation about the contest aspect of the challenge, though...I love to cook, but I'm not entirely confident with my presentation skills! But be that as it may, I had a wonderful time trying these delightful recipes, and it was a great reminder what an excellent addition Florida citrus fruits and juices are in so many recipes.
This recipe has been approved by the Heart & Stroke Foundation and is a great way to incorporate a healthy snack into your daily routine. For more healthy citrus recipe ideas, visit www.heartandstroke.ca.
I loved these muffins. In fact, I'm enjoying one with my morning coffee as I write this review. I'm the kind of person who detests the oily store-bought variety of muffins, sticking with home-made muffins (and usually cutting the oil in those, too). These muffins, though, are perfect. No greasiness - just a perfect texture both inside (soft but not oily) and out (crunchy). The bran flavour was lovely, and the hint of grapefruit was both fresh and tart: a perfect breakfast choice. I always save my favourite part - the muffin-tops - for last, and these didn't disappoint - the grapefruit honey glaze gives them a lovely shine and a kick of sweet grapefruit flavour. Superb!
CAROL'S REVIEW
While I have used orange juice in many recipes I have not had the opportunity to use grapefruit†. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed its refreshing flavour. Even better, this recipe has been reviewed by Heart and Stroke Foundation dietitians and meets the nutrient criteria based on Canada's Food Guide. For more healthy recipe ideas, visit www.heartandstroke.ca.
The grapefruit muffins had a subtle grapefruit flavouring that both my husband and I found extremely pleasing. I was concerned that the grapefruit juice would make the muffins sour and tart; this was far from accurate. The muffins were perfectly balanced in both sweetness and flavour. My husband and I both agreed that the muffins would make a perfect breakfast or mid-morning treat. They are packed full of fibre and whole-wheat goodness. There is no mistaking that these muffins are chock full of bran. They also contain no white flour; instead whole-wheat flour is used. The use of bran and whole wheat creates a rough and crunchy texture on the outside, while the middle remains soft. The muffins were perfect with a tall glass of milk. My 10-year-old daughter really enjoyed their flavour and thought they would taste really great cut in half with a little smear of margarine. My 7-year-old thought they tasted a little too healthy and was a bit overwhelmed by the bran texture.
Which muffin do you like better?
THE RECIPE: Grapefruit† Glazed Bran Muffins
Makes 12 muffins
Ingredients
375 mL (1 ½ cups) whole wheat flour
5 mL (1 tsp) baking powder
2 mL (½ tsp) baking soda
1 mL (¼ tsp) ground cloves
75 mL (1/3 cup) soft non hydrogenated margarine
175 mL (3/4 cup) packed brown sugar
1 egg
375 mL (1 ½ cups) natural bran
250 mL (1 cup) 100 % pure Florida Grapefruit† Juice
Ingredients
375 mL (1 ½ cups) whole wheat flour
5 mL (1 tsp) baking powder
2 mL (½ tsp) baking soda
1 mL (¼ tsp) ground cloves
75 mL (1/3 cup) soft non hydrogenated margarine
175 mL (3/4 cup) packed brown sugar
1 egg
375 mL (1 ½ cups) natural bran
250 mL (1 cup) 100 % pure Florida Grapefruit† Juice
Glaze
25 mL (2 tbsp) 100 % pure Florida Grapefruit† Juice
15 mL (1 tbsp) liquid honey
Directions
1. In a bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking powder, soda and cloves; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, using electric mixer beat together margarine and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg. Add bran and grapefruit juice and stir to combine. Add flour mixture and stir until well combined. Divide batter among 12 paper lined muffin tins and bake in 190°C (375°F) oven for about 20 minutes or until firm to the touch.
3. Glaze: In a small bowl, stir together grapefruit juice and honey. Brush mixture on tops of warm muffins and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional information per serving (1 muffin):
Calories: 185
Protein: 4 g
Total fat: 6 g
Saturated fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 16 mg
Carbohydrate: 33 g
Fibre: 5 g
Sugars: 17 g
Sodium: 122 mg
Potassium: 247 mg
Content on this blog sponsored by Florida Department of Citrus. Click here for more information.
†Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can interact with certain medications. Speak to your healthcare provider if you have concerns.
The Heart and Stroke Foundation thanks the FDOC for its generous support of our recipes on-line. Acceptance of this support does not constitute an endorsement by the Foundation of the FDOC or its individual products.
This recipe has been reviewed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation and meets nutritional criteria for healthy eating based on Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide.
25 mL (2 tbsp) 100 % pure Florida Grapefruit† Juice
15 mL (1 tbsp) liquid honey
Directions
1. In a bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, baking powder, soda and cloves; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, using electric mixer beat together margarine and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg. Add bran and grapefruit juice and stir to combine. Add flour mixture and stir until well combined. Divide batter among 12 paper lined muffin tins and bake in 190°C (375°F) oven for about 20 minutes or until firm to the touch.
3. Glaze: In a small bowl, stir together grapefruit juice and honey. Brush mixture on tops of warm muffins and let cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional information per serving (1 muffin):
Calories: 185
Protein: 4 g
Total fat: 6 g
Saturated fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 16 mg
Carbohydrate: 33 g
Fibre: 5 g
Sugars: 17 g
Sodium: 122 mg
Potassium: 247 mg
Content on this blog sponsored by Florida Department of Citrus. Click here for more information.
†Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can interact with certain medications. Speak to your healthcare provider if you have concerns.
The Heart and Stroke Foundation thanks the FDOC for its generous support of our recipes on-line. Acceptance of this support does not constitute an endorsement by the Foundation of the FDOC or its individual products.
This recipe has been reviewed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation and meets nutritional criteria for healthy eating based on Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide.
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Kath muffins just seem so much more appealing. I also love the top of the muffin and hers are so golden in color I think I will try and make some today.
This was a tough one because although I thought Carol's photo was better, I thought Kath's muffins actually looked like they would taste better. So, I voted for Kath's.
i picked the first one as they look the yummiest
This was so hard to pick only the one but I chose Kath's because it was a bit more appealing to me . I have never used grapefruit in muffins and am eager to try both of their recipe's!
I agree with Jen -- Kath's muffins looked scrumptious and I wanted to reach through the computer and grab them -- Looking forward to trying to make the recipe myself
I am voting for Kath the glaze looks delicious !
I went with Kath's - the muffins look as they have a glaze and look very moist.
I too, think Kath's muffins look more yummy.
Maybe it's just the lighting, I I'd like to try one!
they both look soo yummy it was a hard choice!
Loved both! But must say the surprising taste of the grapefruit was a refreshing change! Keep up the good work!
I vote for photo number 2 because:
I love the crunchy texture!
As she says, it's so good at breakfast with a glass of milk!
Thank you for the recipe, I'll do this weekend!
Have to pick Kath's muffins because they look more appealing. Carol's muffins appear to be not as moist as Kath's muffins.
Love the 1st picture and voted for it..................think i'll go get a muffin now at Tim Horton's heehee ;)
I voting for the second one....i'm liking the crunchy outside with the soft inside...yummo!! sounds like an interesting recipe to try.
Sounds like a great muffin! I've gotta try ths! It's different and sounds like it would make for a very tasty muffin!
I voted for Kath's muffins as they actually look much yummier. Although the grams of sugar is a little high for a diabetic person I may just have to try one out as the amount of fibre is quite good. I love bran muffins and enjoy grapefruit and have never heard of a muffin with grapefruit juice. I will definately be trying these out on my teenage girls. One is really into eating healthy while the other not so much, but is willing to try new things.
I will have to let you know the results.
I voted for Kath because her description and picture made me want to try the recipe.
Since I was supposed to vote on just the picture I went with the 1st (Kath's) since the color popped out at me.
Both reviews make me want to whip up a batch right now (which yay! I could do, now that we have a stove after three months of renovating) but the the warmth of Kath's photo makes the muffins particularly appealing, so I prefer that one.
maybe it was the lighting, but Kath's muffins looked more appealing
I chose Kath's review and picture because the description was quite accurate and the muffin's looked healthier and the glaze was more vivid in Kath's. A great healthy alternative to greasy store muffins.
Kath's picture looks to be more moist, so that's my pick
I voted for Kath's muffins, because it looks like she was a bit more liberal with the glaze, and I do LOVE me a glazed muffin!
I voted for Carol's muffins because the muffins looked so healthy in her picture. I also liked the shape and size of the muffins.
This was tough! I really liked Carol's presentation but Kath's look tastier and a bit more colourful. I am all about taste, so I voted for Kath. Great job to both gals!
The first muffins looked better.
voted for the 1st one (kath's) because the color in the picture makes it look sooooo yummy ... just stood out more.
These are the most delicious muffins I've had the pleasure of trying in a LONG while! Experimenting with both recipes has been fun for my family and me! :)
they both look great, but I do have to say the Kath's look tastier. I'm going to give them a try on the weekend. As we are changing to healthier eating habits in our house.
I voted for Carol's muffins. The muffins look delicious and the photography looks professional. Plus I like the way Carol included her family's opinions in her review.
I voted for Kath's - they made my mouth water. I think it was definitely the colour. I'll be buying grapefruit juice tonight and making muffins tomorrow :o)
I vote for Kath's - the muffins look better and I prefer the ingredients. I have printed out the recipe and will try it this weekend.
I voted for Carols'. I just liked the way she presented them with a pretty bow and their size and shape is so uniform!
I voted for Kath's because I love the idea of a citrus and honey glaze, very original
I voted for Carol's muffins. They look very healthy and that's what I look for in a muffin (don't like cakey muffins). I will definitely try this recipe. I have two teenagers (boys) and they absolutely LOVE grapefruit! Thanks for the recipe - it's always nice to try out new things.
from the pictures it looked the best (posted before finishing)
I voted for Kath's muffins because I liked the way she described eating them with her coffee, moist and delcious. Yum!
I voted also for Carol's muffins. I read the reviews and compared the pictures. Carol's photos were clean, crisp and fresh. Kath's pics were dark and I didn't like the closeup of the front muffin. I also related better to Carol's review. She hit on several things that I was able to relate to. I also wondered if the grapefruit would make the muffins sour, she addressed that. I too, have children a 10 year old and a six year old so it was important to me to read the kid taste test. Good job on muffins well done!
I voted for Carol's muffins as they look more like Bran muffins to me than Kath's, plus I liked hearing her family's opinions as well.
KATH'S REVIEW is what i voted for ..looks soooo yummy with a cup of coffee:)
I vote for Kath's they look tasty!
Tastes good!
I voted for Kathy's muffins - the look of them made my mouth water. I think it was definitely the colour. They looked bright and sunny like a citrus muffin should
I voted for Kath's muffins. They look more moist and great tasting. Carol's looks to crunchy and I do not like crunchy muffins.
I vote for Kathy's since the photo looks better. I always like the appearance to be appealing when I try a new recipe. I am about to try them now since I have never thought of cooking with grapefruit
I love crunchy foods so I voted for Carol's muffins.
I am going to try making some this weekend.
I voted for Carol's muffins they look like delicious muffins and i love the recipe I also enjoyed hearing her family's opinions as well. Will bake these these weekend.
Could really use a juicer to go along with them for some fresh juice =) hint hint
I liked the look of Kath's muffins and her description-nongreasy, crunchy and with a glaze. I'm in!
I voted for the first one- Kath's, since the color of the muffins were more appealing
I voted for the first one- Kath's, since the color of the muffins were more appealing
I voted for carol's recipe!!
I voted for Kath's muffins because of the rich photo colors, the muffins looks like more yummy!
Voted for Kath. The colour of the muffins popped out at me and made my mouth water just looking at them!
I voted for Kath's muffins because they look delicious! YUMMY!
Great job on the muffins from both! My vote went to Carol for the lovely presentation and description.
I loved Kath's photo and description best. The photo made my mouth water and her write up seemed very personal and from the heart and it was also very descriptive in the results - not too oily or greasy and perfect texture. Carol's write up was very good too, but I preferred Kath's. I would have like to see more details of the baking method. But great - I'm going to try these. Love, love, love grapefruit.
I voted for Kath as her write up and picture was very appealing.
I picked the second one -- they seem to be more moist which I love :) Thanks for the great giveaway
I voted for Carol, although both were well done! Photo presentation looked right out of a magazine. And it was great to hear what her kids thought of them.
THis is a recipe I'm definitely going to try - who would have thought grapefruit muffins?!
i like Kath's because they contain grapefruit, interesting
I picked the first one, and they look more appealing to me.
I voted for Kath - the pic was great, and I thought the combination of flavours was really unique!
I voted for Kath's muffins. Pictures do not tell everything, but they do look moister and delicious. The ingredients say "healthy" to me. Love the receipes.
I picked the grapefruit muffins. They made my mouth water looking at them and reading the recipe. I'm going to try them for sure!
My vote goes to Kathy!
I picked the Grapefruit† Glazed Bran Muffins. Except for eating grapefruits fresh this recipe sounds great, I'm going to try it!
The first golden muffins from Kath seem to be delicious !
kinda weird how the same recipe can turn out looking so different! i enjoyed both reviews....they both made the muffins sound very yum! as for the looks of the muffins, i went with carol as i thought they looked more like bran muffins...but the muffins kath made look yummy too...i am very indecisive!!
I really liked Kath's review and the picture made my mouth water for the muffins.
I think Kath's photo makes the muffins look yummier. I like the colour, and the crunchy texture shows.
I suddenly have a craving for a muffin :) I liked Kath's review and chose picture number 1
I voted for carol's muffins (#2) because of not only the appearance of the muffins in the phot, but I too enjoyed the comments about her family...I just finished baking these, and I must admit, they are nice and crunchy but not overly crunchy, and they taste DIVINE!!
The only thing I did differently was I substituted the brown sugar for Splenda brown sugar, as my son is diabetic.
I voted for Kath's review because of the amount of glaze used
Kath's picture looked more fresh from the oven and home baked, but Carol's presentation was more magazine-like. I chose Kath's since they looked the most home baked and the colour just popped and screamed "Grapefruit Muffins". I can't wait to try this recipe as I know my husband will love them. My daughters may or may not like them, but I know that they will try them. If they don't like them, all the better - more for my husband and I!
I voted for Kath's muffins because they looking more appealing. Carol's muffins appear to be not as moist as Kath's.
They both look great but I voted for Kath's because they look just a little tastier.
Muffin #2 because it looks yummy and healthy at the same time.
I voted for Kath's muffins. Although they both look delish!
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I liked Kath's picture because the muffins look more like my muffins do with muffin liners and a cracked top. They look ready to eat. Thank you
Kath's picture because the presentation is great ! really good !
Kath's - oh my God, look at those muffins - looks yummy.
My vote goes to Carol. Love the presentation and the description was great
I agree that Kath's muffins appear more flavourful. Lighter in colour, they look as though they actually taste lighter, more citrus-y. Hers would be my first pick. I can almost see a tiny ray of sunshine peeking through the crack in the top of the muffin in the foreground! This shot would definitely inspire me to try the recipe, since I have always adored the refreshing, clean, summery taste of citrus ANYTHING, particularly grapefruit. Nothing says tropical breezes and NO SNOW like something with the essence of grapefruit (or any other citrus fruit, for that matter). I'm even drawn to citrus-inspired fragrances, too.
While I'm sure Carol's muffins are delicious, they look exactly like every other bran muffin I've eaten in my life. Flat, crunchy, almost tough and chewy. I would pass on them, on sight alone. Sorry Carol. :(
voted for Kath's muffins because they look more appetizing.
vote for number 2
I voted for Carol's muffins. The look so yummy
These muffins both sound delicious and I will definitely be trying them! I'd have to say that Kath's look really good.
I also made my decision based on Kath's picture of her muffins. They had better eye and stomach appeal.
I picked Kath's because I love anything that has to do with grapefruit.
I voted for the first one , but it was a hard one, both looked so nice
I can't wait to try making these. I like Carols because they sound so healthy> I love anything Grapefruit
I liked Kath's review because she gave a great description of the flavour. However, I pick Carol's as her picture make the muffins look more appealing and delicious.
I liked the presentation of Carol's muffins and thought the flavor sounded very appealing.
I voted for the brown muffins maily because of the color. I think I would like these muffins better if they didn't have so much whole wheat flour.
Just from the pictures, Kath's seemed more appealing!!
I liked the colour of Kath's muffins better - they looked more appetizing, although Carol's picture was more artistic.
I voted for Kath's - they looked more realistic. Carol's picture reminds me of a cookbook ad and mine never turn to look like that.
I thought the lighter colored ones looked better.
I voted for Kath's muffins because they look like something I would create... They both look yummy, but Carol's look like a professional cookbook image, while Kath's look realistic. But both the reviews had me salivating. I will be trying out the recipe this weekend... I like how easily do-able it is! Thank you!
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I voted for kath - they look a bit more tasty and crunchy and the glaze she described sounds really great.
hhmm Glazed muffins - Kath's! Yummy.
I don't know that either one looked better. This was definitely an "adult" recipe; I can't imagine trying to get my kids to eat one of these!!!
I voted for Kath's - the colour was the deciding factor
I voted for Kath's muffins, they look mouthwatering delicious.
I voted for Kath's muffins they look scrumptious, she is probably an excellent baker, me not so much I try hard but those look like a painting!
I voted for Kath's muffins
I voted for Carol as the colour of the muffins look light in taste
Such a close vote, I admit I had a hard time picking too. I liked Kath's description and wished I was eating one while I had my cuppa tea and entering!
My suggestion for Carol is to maybe add a wee bit (1/4 cup) of apple sauce if her muffins were too dry for her kid's liking.
They both make the muffins sound yummy and for sure I'll be trying this recipe. Do pick Kath's review mainly for the picture.
The colour is beautiful and they look like they would be moist.
nice muffins
picture looks great
I chose Kath's muffins based on the photo. The colors were richer, which made the muffin look more flavorful.
Kath did a good job with the muffin's, well done Kath you got my vote!!! :)
I voted for Kath's - looks soooooo delicious!!!!
Kath's muffin got my vote. It looks divine.
I voted for Kath's muffins! They look delicious and because the son found them too "healthy" tasting made them more appealing to me lol
thanks
Chose Carol's, nice presentation!
I picked Kath's muffins because they sound mouth wateringly good!
Kath's muffins picture and review makes me want to give the recipe a try :)
I just love grapefruits and the wholesome ingredients for Kath's muffins.
I think Kath's muffins look scrumptious.
I liked the first one best because it is such a different recipe.
they both sound wonderful but the first sound like more of a winner
the second sound more like a winner
the first one all the way
the first is definately one I would eat
voted Kath the color is what drew me in they looked to be more flavorful without even tasting just based on looks alone. Carol's were very neat and uniform but my taste buds were crawling away at the thought of what they might taste like due to their lackluster colour.
For me it was the "presentation" that did it.
Im going to have to go with Carol!
The picture of the first recipe looked the best but I really liked the flavour of the second. I never would have thought to use grapefruit in a muffin recipe. Thanks very much. I love grapefruit.
I have to say I prefer Kath's muffins. They look fluffier and more moist than the bran which Carol said were kind of rough on the outside.
I think my family would really like a new twist on an old favourite, I choose Carol's.
Carol's photo and presentation was better however Kath's muffins looked more appetizing. Also, I really enjoyed her honest review.
I like the tartness of recipe one!
I liked the look of the first one, although I was almost swayed by that cute ribbon!
Both muffins look appealing and healthy, but I prefer Carol's version and review. And I am sure both taste just as delicious and healthy!
While both muffins look yummy, I like the presentation of Carol's muffins better. They look delicious.
carols looks better but tasting is believing
The top muffins look amazing to me!
I voted for Kath's muffin. I can't wait to try both recipes.
I voted for Kath's because it looked more appealing, and the two textures would be just perfect! I just love grapefruit... can't get enough of it.... I think we need more!!!
I chose the grapefruit muffins because I love GRAPEFRUIT and I thought this was a great idea for another way to use the fruit.
Carol's photography was better, but Kath's muffins looked yummier to me. I voted for Kath this time!
I voted for Kath's muffin based on the picture...I had a really bad experience with Alabama Slammers my last year of High School, so I have not touched Grapefruit since...but I might have to try this muffin out!
I chose Kaths muffins because they had that look of I want to eat these right now, and you want to copy the recipe and make them, which I did.
Both look like nice healthy options t the usual junk you buy.
I went with Kath's muffins...they look and sound so delicious!
They both looked great but I voted for Kath's muffins.
Kath's appeal to me more.
The colour is better, they look like they taste better than the plain looking brown ones.
I voted for Kath's muffins
Kaths muffins because they look very yummy.
I picked Kath's picture, because it looked SO yummy!!!
i voted for kath's picture, they look soo good to eat
I choose kath's. They look the most inhale-able. And I love grapefruit juice so this sounded wonderful. I have never heard using it in muffins.
I voted for Kath's muffins because they looked delicious.
Kath's muffins look better in colour but Carol's muffins are decorated so nicely.
Although they both look and sound yummy, the golden colour in Kath's photo makes it just a little more appealing. Both make me want to go to the kitchen and start mixing.
For me, it was no contest. Kath's all the way. Sorry Carol, I'm a new subscriber and don't know one of you from the other yet, so no offense intended. Although some comments seemed to imply that there were two different recipes used, I saw no indication that it wasn't the same recipe. I am not an avid muffin fan, and in fact, rarely find a muffin I'm really fond of. But, as I am a citrus, and especially grapefruit, fan, I would not hesitate to try these, based Kath's picture and description. I am sorry to say, I would probably not try Carol's. They don't look appetizing (as most bran muffins don't), and, not being a muffin fan, wouldn't think much about them. But, even not being attracted to muffins, would be tempted by Kath's! I agree that Carol's photography is very nice, though.
I do have to disagree with both Carol's and Kath's use of the word "opportunity", though. It makes it sound like they have never before had a chance to use grapefruit in cooking. lol Sorry, just feeling nit picky, late at night.
Grapefruit muffins. I love grapefruit, but never seem to take the time to eat it. These would be a great alternative and the glaze, yummy.
The picture shows the beautiful glaze to perfection. I will try this recipe for sure!
I love grapefruit but must admit have never tried any recipe that includes them. The golden glaze of this recipe is really appealing! Yummy picture.
I liked the look of Kath's muffins best.
I Love the fresh taste of grapefruit and adding it to bran muffins is brilliant!! This recipe gets my vote, hands down.
The first muffins just looked bright and refreshing like grapefruit is. I often put a glaze on my fruit loaves but have never thought of putting it on a muffin. It just makes it that much fresher tasting. Now I can't wait to try making these.
Ymmmm! Looks delicious!!
I voted for Kath's muffins
I heard the benefits of juicing so I would like to have a juicer to try.
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO delicious. I just LOVE Ruby Red grapefruit!!!
I'm voting for Kath's muffins. I like the look of them, the glaze makes them more appealing. And probably taste better
I think Carol's muffins look like ordinary dry bran muffins.
They do look a bit dry.
I'm going to try this recipe for myself and will definitely use the glaze, probably
because I have a sweet tooth...
Loved the idea of using grapefruit juice to make muffins
I love grapefruit...Kath's picture is very appealing...as her recipe..so my vote goes to Kath..!!
Grapefruit is a main stay for my breakfast. I pick Kath's muffins
I liked the look of the first one best. Grapefruit is a neat idea for muffins
I love Kath's muffin and picture because it's making me want to grab those right away and EAT them even though I've never tried grapefruit in muffins!!! Nice:-)
i can't be swayed by bows! :-) kath got me at "crunchy"....love the crunchy!
I love Kath's muffin
I voted for Kate's 'cos it was more visually appealing whereas Carol's just looked healthy :P
Although I think both muffins look great my vote goes to Carol. I really like her presentation and I enjoyed reading her review. I think it's a recipe I will definitely have to try!
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO delicious. I just LOVE Ruby Red grapefruit!!!
I voted for Kath's muffins. They sound and look very good. Although I love all muffins.
The first one looks the yummiest...its the golden crunchy looking top!
I'm going to bake some up this afternoon
I voted for Kath's muffins. Great looking and seem to be yummy.
I made these and they turned out very well, nice change from just regular bran muffins
I know wht I'll be baking this weekend! I'm anxious to try Kath's yummy looking Grapefruit Muffins.
I like Kaths review .
the photo looks more appealing with the orangy colour.
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bran with a twist...I love it!
I liked Kath's muffins as they look great and sound tasty
i like the grapefruit muffins better, i love baking muffins, but get a bit tired, or plan old bran all the time.. and they look nicer in the picture too
I like Kath's muffins. They look tasty and bursting with flavor. I will definitely be trying this one out.
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO scrumptious! I just LOVE Ruby Red grapefruit!!!
Although Kath's muffins did look more appealing (and I am going to try the recipe), I agree that I liked Carol's review a little better. But for straight out eye catching appeal, Kath wins.
I voted for Kath's muffins as they actually look more tastier
These muffins look so yummy. This is the first time I've heard of a glaze for muffins and I love the idea. I'm sold and will try it.
I vote the first one! looks crunchy and yummy :)
Great recipe! and very low fat. Freezes well!
I choose Kath's review. Thank you.
Grapefruit!! Wow that sounds interesting!! I ove my aunties recipe for Orange Chicken... that's delightfull and as healthy as can be! And my sisters orange pound cake, yummy!! This would probably be the first grapefruit incorporated recipe i've come across!! My parents being great grapefruit fans wud probably love it!!! I'm going to have to try the recipe!
As i believe presentation (and the look of food) to be equal to the taste of food (so for the taste i'd have to try both recipes), according to the pictures kath's muffins look much more appealing. I would also agree, may-be it is the light effects or the difference of when and where the pictures were taken.
These just looked a little healthier and at my age I need all the health I can get. Both looked good though! :--))
I voted for Kath's because they look just a little delicious.
I absolutely love grapefruit so these muffins are a must.
Grapefruit juice in muffins...who knew??!! I voted for Kath's because they look really good.
I like Kath's muffins the best. The review is well written and the muffins look awesome!
I voted for Carol's... they look delish!
I am voting for number two - the crunchy outside with a soft inside just makes my mouth water!
The grapefruit glaze sounds so good!! I can't wait to make them!
What an amazing idea for a recipe. Will definately try this one!
I voted for Carol's, but I like the large photo of Kath's.
I voted for Carol's muffin. I like the idea of grapefruit in the muffin.
Kath's muffins look delish.
Kath's looked better.
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO delicious. I just LOVE Ruby Red grapefruit!!!
Kath's just look more appetizing. The other ones are probably healthier
Bran is healthy, Grapefruit is healthy ........so it comes down to looks ....and without a doubt the Grapefruit looks the best
I liked Kath's review and pic..they sound healthy and grapefruit??!!! Yummy delish!!
The first batch sound and look yummier
I voted for Carols muffins, I think they look delicious!
I chose this muffin because it was healthy and I am concerned about the quality of life.
I liked the bottom muffins better because they looked a little smaller and I like small muffins!
i voted first one, they look the yummiest.
I love bran muffins. So I voted for the bran.
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO delicious. I just LOVE Ruby Red grapefruit!!!
I like the idea of the glaze.
I voted for bran :)
I voted for Carol's muffin. Looks very very yummy!!
i voted for the second-look forward to trying these-have never used grapefruit juice in baking
Kath is the winner for me. I love the grapefruit glaze.
I voted for Kath's muffins, they looked much more moist and colourful!
My vote is for Kath's muffins.. the look terrific. The way she wrote the review makes you want to try them right away
I agree and vote for Kath's muffins - they both look good but hers look just a bit more moist...no one in my house will eat dry muffins!!
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO delicious. I just LOVE Ruby Red grapefruit!!!
I chose Carol's because I appreciate that she included her family's comments and I love her photo. I can't wait to try this recipe as I love grapefruit but I can't find a lot of recipes that call for it.
i vote for kath' - they just looky yummy
I CHOSE THE FIRST MUFFINS BECAUSE THEY LOOKED SO GOOD AND TASTE EVEN BETTER!
I substituted orange for the grapefruit today - it was lovely
I chose Kath's muffins. Yummy.
I like Kath's muffins. They look really tasty.
I voted for Kath's muffins
I voted for Kath's muffins because they look better and especially because she said they were a heart healthy choice.
I voted for Kath's recipe due to the following information in her review:
This recipe has been approved by the Heart & Stroke Foundation and is a great way to incorporate a healthy snack into your daily routine.
As well, they look delicious.
Kath's muffins had a nicer colour to them.
Kath's muffins looked more appealing, so I voted for hers.
The look of Kath's muffins was a bit more appealing and didn't need enhancing with a ribbon
Kath's seem the most appealing visually, and they sound somewhat yummy.
Kath's looked yummy, and not oily is for me
Wow; Grapefruit and bran, sounds wonderful
great, healthy looking muffins!
Grapefruit juice would be a perfect substitute for any muffin recipe that called for a citrus juice. I like the texture and colour of Kath's muffins. They appear more moist and more plump, and have a shiny glaze to the tops. Yum, yum.
Kath's muffins look all golden and yummy to eat! The recipe in itself sounds like a delicious treat!
I voted for Kath's muffins. The recipe and picture looked great.
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO delicious. I just LOVE Ruby Red grapefruit!!!
I chose Carol's. I thought the tops looked a bit crunchier, which I prefer.
I chose Kath's muffins as I liked the look of them and the ingredients she used.
Kath's muffins have my mouth watering!
I chose Carol's...it's all about the photo for me.
Love the grapefruit/ bran mixture
Okay, Carol, the bow was a nice touch! I love bran muffins and can't wait to make these.
Sounds very healthty and better than my recipe.
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO delicious. I just LOVE Ruby Red grapefruit!!!
The picture with the ribbon is too cute. I think they both look good but a bit too much orange in the first pic.
I voted for Carol's pic but Kath's description of the muffins puts this high on my list of items to bake next!
The glaze looks yummy. :D
I chose Kath's muffins...the look scrumptious and I love muffins that are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. I wish I could have been a taster in order to choose the yummiest muffin.
I chose Kath's muffins. I love muffins that are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The glaze adds that perfect touch. They also look lighter, Carole's look more solid and heavy on the stomach.
I chose the second muffin. Carol's review made me want a muffin. I love grapefruit and l think l need to make these muffins.
the reason i choose the top one is it looked like it would taste better and has a better presentation ad kaths revie made me want to try one.
Kath's muffins looked more appealing
I voted for Kath's muffins as they actually look more tastier
I'm really looking forward to trying this recipe. I love grapefruit.
I picked the first one - look nice
Mmmm! Muffins - they sound delicious. I voted for Carol's :)
Kath's muffins look very good.
I like the looks of Kath's muffins.
Kath's Just look more appetizing
Voted for Kath's muffins as they had such a glorious colour. They looked very delicious!
I love the appearance of the Citrus Orange Muffins.
The picture did it for me !!!!!!!!!!!
Carols muffins look a lot more appealing than Kathy's. Kathy's muffins resemble a cake that i remember eating. It wasn't that great and not too appealing.
I will try them both, I can take them to work for an "unbiased" opinion in the staff room....but I like the 2nd picture better
I like the way these muffins look.
I like the way Carol's muffins look. They look homemade and bitesize!
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO delicious. I am sure that I will try them out very soon.
I picked the second one - I thought they looked tastier!
It was tough to vote, both muffins look delicous and super healthy. I picked Kath's though. Will try both recipes soon hopefully!
Kath's muffins looks so good you immediately want to take a bite.
I picked the first one as they looked more appealing to the eye.
I voted for Kath's muffins
I would habe to vote for Kath's muffins.....they look tastey....and they don't have cloves...for some reason i am not a fan of cloves....mabey just bad memories of bad ham....with cloves...
Kaths muffins sound great. I bake muffins frequently and had never heard of them made with grapefruit juice. Will have to try this.
They look great and taste even better.
I liked the picture of Kathy's but I liked Carol review better. It was nice to hear her family's view. I vote for Carol
I loved Kaths muffins. The description she provided was quite clear, and truly made me want to give such a non-traditional baking item a try. Loved that she discussed the textured, that she mentioned they were non-greasy; and suggested it would be a great breakfast choice. More so, I agree, muffin tops are the best part of the muffin, and with this recipe it definitely makes me want to whip up a batch.
I voted for Kath's muffins
Picked Kathys muffins, look good and healthy, and like the glaze
I made the grapefruit muffins, yummy. my Grandsons got me to make more
I really love the bran muffins, they look good , and more delicious than the other ones, i beat they are both good, but the other ones doens't look as good
I voted for Kath's. My mouth was watering as I read the review and the color was gorgeous
I loved the color, it looked great and my kids gave them a try and that says a lot.
amazing looking muffins!
I voted for Katys muffins, because they look very delicious.
I like Kath's best. They look delicious!
Wonderful recipe! The muffins were great. I'm going to try with oranges next, then clemintines.
I picked Kath's muffins, because they look SO delicious. I can hardly wait until I bake them.....
I voted for Kath's muffins. They look very good
I made Kathy's Grapefruit muffins to compare them to my own always-yummy bran muffins and Kathy's won, hands down. To eat crow, I ate several of her muffins and threw my own recipe out.
I think both are great, but I voted for Kath's. The picture had a lovely citrus glow that looked appetizing.
I voted for Kath's muffins as they actually look more tastier.
I am voting for number two - the crunchy outside with a soft inside just makes my mouth water!
Grapefruit is one of my favourites. It goes great in any recipe
I like the Grapefruit glazed muffins better as they have a more obvious grapefruit flavour.
My family loves muffins so I was happy to find these two new ones. I think both would make a welcome addition to our recipe collection, but if I went by the pictures, I would choose Kath's.
Kath's muffins look delicious.
both look and sound delicious! way to go ladies :) I was definetly inspired to do a little baking of my own after reading all these comments!!
I voted for Kath's muffins! Not only do they look amazing, they sound really tasty and healthy, and I bet the grapefruit flavour is awesome!
I am voting for Carol's because of her homemade approach to the photo. Muffins are delicious too!
The grapefruit muffins sound deliciousl look wholesome & refreshing & perfect hint of Spring.
Love the Grapefruit muffins - sound delicious, look delicious & obviously refreshing.
Loved both of the pictures, but I voted for Carol's muffins! I love that she listed the things that make them healthy and mentioned that the outside is crunchy while the inside is soft (MY FAVOURITE!)
I love orange and grapefruit equally... .. But grapefruit tastes better in a muffin for me.
My mother can't have grapefruit [conflicts with her meds] so I have to be careful but grapefruit is my favorite fruit.
I voted for Kath's - they don't look as dense as normal bran muffins.
never used grapfruit in a muffin...or any recipe for that matter but certainly going to try both!!
i like kaths they jus look a bit more yummy!
I voted for Carol's muffin I liked the look of it. It wasa good size, not to big, niceshape and lokked like it was chaulk full of bran. I love me a good bran muffin.
I love baking muffins and cakes and one of my favorite are bran. I will try this grapefruit glazed bran muffin recipe next! Looks and sounds so very yummy!
Carol's muffins look more orange than Kath's and therefore I choose Carol's because they look like they taste more like oranges. I would love to win the juicer.
They both sound very good but Kath's look tastier
What a yummy sounding muffin! I can't wait to make it
I picked the first one because I LOVE anything with GALZE!
I voted for Kath's muffins
Looks are very important and Kath's look better
I voted for Kath's muffins