Description
Cranberry Orange Muffins bring the perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors, making them a delightful treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. These fluffy muffins are packed with juicy cranberries and zesty orange, creating a comforting aroma that will brighten your day. Easy to make and adaptable with various mix-ins, they are sure to impress family and friends at any gathering. Indulge in these delicious bites of sunshine and enjoy the warmth they bring to your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, melted butter, orange juice, and zest.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in cranberries without overmixing.
- Fill muffin tins about 2/3 full and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg