Description
Delightful Cranberry Orange Muffins are a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors that brighten up any occasion. With the zing of fresh cranberries and the refreshing notes of orange, these muffins are moist, fluffy, and irresistibly aromatic. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or holiday brunches, they promise to delight your taste buds with each bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
- Zest of 1 orange
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with milk and melted butter; stir in orange zest.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chopped cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Spoon batter into muffin tins, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. To make these muffins gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. For added texture, consider folding in nuts or chocolate chips.