Mouthwatering Cranberry Orange Muffins
Discover the delight of homemade muffins with these Mouthwatering Cranberry Orange Muffins! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of tart cranberries and zesty oranges, these muffins offer a tender crumb and a delightful sweetness that makes them perfect for any occasion—be it breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can whip up this delectable treat. Plus, they freeze beautifully, allowing you to enjoy a fresh muffin anytime. Get ready to impress your family and friends with these irresistible goodies!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup salted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- Zest from 2 oranges
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 4 tbsp turbinado sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a greased muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and orange zest until just blended.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently; fold in cranberries without overmixing.
- Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full and sprinkle with turbinado sugar on top.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg