Cranberry Orange Muffins
Cranberry Orange Muffins are a delightful fusion of tart cranberries and zesty orange, creating warm, fluffy treats perfect for breakfast or snacks. The sweet citrus aroma fills your kitchen as they bake, enticing everyone to gather around. With a burst of tangy-sweet flavor in every bite, these muffins not only satisfy your taste buds but also make any morning feel special. Easy to prepare and versatile for various occasions, enjoy them fresh out of the oven or freeze for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups fresh cranberries (or frozen, unthawed)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with grease or liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs then mix in milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and orange zest until just combined.
- Gently fold in cranberries into the wet mixture before combining with dry ingredients. Stir until just blended.
- Fill muffin cups three-quarters full with batter and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg