Description
Cranberry Orange Muffins are a delightful treat that brings together the tartness of fresh cranberries and the refreshing zest of orange. These muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a midday snack. With their moist and fluffy texture, they are incredibly easy to make and packed with vibrant flavors that will brighten your day. Enjoy these muffins warm with a pat of butter or on their own for a burst of fruity goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (from 1 large orange)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, whole
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a standard muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and orange zest.
- In another bowl, mix the egg, milk, and vegetable oil until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in the fresh cranberries carefully.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each two-thirds full.
- Bake at 400°F for 5 minutes; then lower to 375°F without opening the door and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg