BBQ Utah Mormon Muffins with Honey Nut Glaze

Introduction

Mormon Muffins are a Utah classic, but we’re taking them to the next level by grilling them on the Arteflame grill for a subtle smoky flavor and a perfect caramelized honey-nut glaze. Grilling these muffins adds a delightful twist where sweet meets flame-kissed. These BBQ Utah Mormon Muffins are perfect for a summer breakfast, brunch, or even dessert. The Arteflame’s expansive flat top cooktop allows you to grill the entire batch at once, with beautiful and consistent results every time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups oat bran
• 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 cup applesauce
• 1/2 cup melted butter (plus more for grilling)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
• 1/4 cup honey (for topping)
• Extra butter for cooktop

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up your Arteflame grill

1. Pour vegetable oil over three paper napkins and place them in the center fire pit of your Arteflame grill.
2. Stack firewood over the napkins and light the paper.
3. Let the grill heat up for about 20 minutes until the cooktop and center grill grate are hot and ready for grilling.

Step 2: Prepare the muffin batter

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, oat bran, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together applesauce, melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
3. Add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes to hydrate the oat bran.

Step 3: Prepare the Arteflame cooktop

1. Lightly butter muffin rings or mason jar rings to use as molds.
2. Generously butter the flat cooktop griddle in a medium-hot zone (not directly next to the fire).
3. Place the buttered rings on the cooktop.

Step 4: Cook the muffins

1. Spoon the batter halfway into each ring.
2. Cover loosely with a metal bowl (or no cover—just allow more time).
3. Let muffins cook for 8–10 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown and the tops start to set.
4. Flip each muffin carefully, remove the rings, and cook the other side for another 6–8 minutes until fully cooked.

Step 5: Caramelize the honey nut topping

1. Mix chopped nuts with honey in a bowl.
2. Add a small pat of butter to a hot area on the griddle and spoon dollops of the honey nut mixture over it.
3. Let it sizzle until slightly bubbling and caramelized, about 2 minutes.
4. Top each grilled muffin with the honey nut glaze before serving.

Tips

• Grease your muffin molds well to avoid sticking.
• Use a metal spatula to flip muffins cleanly.
• Move muffins closer or further from the center based on desired heat.
• The roasted honey-nut mixture can be made crispier with extra butter.
• The flavors deepen with a light char—don't rush, and rotate for even cooking.

Variations

1. Blueberry Bliss: Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries to the batter for a fruity kick.
2. Cranberry Orange: Mix in dried cranberries and 1 tbsp orange zest for a tart-sweet combo.
3. Banana Walnut: Replace applesauce with mashed overripe banana and increase nuts.
4. Maple Pecan: Use maple syrup instead of honey in the topping and swap walnuts for pecans.
5. Chocolate Chip: Mix in 3/4 cup dark chocolate chips into the batter for a dessert version.

Conclusion

These BBQ Utah Mormon Muffins offer the perfect balance between moist, hearty muffin texture and rich, smoky flavor from the Arteflame grill. The caramelized honey-nut glaze brings it all together with a sweet crunch. With easy cleanup, multiple heat zones, and consistent searing on the flat cooktop, the Arteflame grill delivers a better-than-oven experience every time. Time to fire it up and dive into a taste of Utah with a flame-grilled twist!

Best pairings

• Hot apple cider or fresh-squeezed orange juice
• Grilled breakfast sausage or crispy bacon
• Creamy scrambled eggs cooked on the griddle
• A dollop of Greek yogurt with honey drizzle on the side