Description
Cranberry Orange Muffins are a delightful blend of tart cranberries and zesty oranges, perfect for brightening any meal. These fluffy muffins are easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or as a tasty snack. With their vibrant aroma and cheerful taste, they are sure to become a favorite in your home. Enjoy them warm or freeze for later—each bite is like a ray of sunshine!
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- Zest and juice of 1 large orange
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, milk, orange zest, and juice until well mixed.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture along with the cranberries—avoid overmixing.
- Fill each muffin cup two-thirds full with batter and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool in the tin for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg