Description
Cranberry Orange Muffins are a delightful breakfast treat that perfectly balance the tartness of cranberries with the zesty brightness of oranges. These fluffy muffins are easy to make and are sure to impress family and friends. Ideal for brunch or as a quick snack, each bite delivers a burst of flavor that will leave you wanting more. Enjoy them warm with a pat of butter or as a quick snack any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- ⅓ cup melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat together the eggs, milk, melted butter, and orange zest until frothy.
- Gently fold the cranberries into the wet mixture.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined—be careful not to overmix.
- Scoop batter into muffin tins, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg