Cranberry Orange Muffins
Cranberry orange muffins are a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors that brighten any breakfast or snack time. These soft, fluffy muffins are bursting with fresh cranberries and zesty orange zest, making them not only delicious but visually appealing. With their inviting aroma wafting through your kitchen, these muffins are perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own throughout the week. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, they bring a touch of sunshine to every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- 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
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or frozen)
- Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, melt the butter and cool slightly. Whisk in eggs, milk, and orange zest until smooth.
- Gently combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Fold in cranberries carefully until evenly distributed.
- Scoop batter into muffin tins about two-thirds full and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg