Description
Cranberry Orange Muffins are the perfect blend of tangy cranberries and zesty orange, creating a vibrant and delicious treat for breakfast or snack time. These fluffy muffins are easy to make and fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors, making them an irresistible choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup milk (whole or alternative)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, egg, and orange zest until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Add in the cranberries and fold carefully to distribute without crushing them.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg