Citrus Orange Cranberry Muffins
Indulge in the delightful Citrus Orange Cranberry Muffins, a perfect blend of zesty orange and tart cranberries that will brighten your breakfast table. These muffins are not only quick and easy to make but also offer a refreshing twist on traditional recipes. With a light, fluffy texture and a hint of sweetness, they are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack on the go. Whether enjoyed with coffee or paired with fresh fruits, these muffins are sure to please everyone. Plus, they’re customizable with nuts or seeds for extra crunch! Whip up a batch today and savor the vibrant flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup whole milk or 2% milk
- 1 tbsp grated orange zest
- 2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- Coarse sparkling sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, oil (or melted butter), milk, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients gently; do not overmix. Fold in cranberries.
- Spoon batter into muffin tin about two-thirds full and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg