Mouthwatering Cranberry Orange Muffins
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Mouthwatering Cranberry Orange Muffins! These tender, bakery-style treats combine the tartness of cranberries with the zesty brightness of orange, creating a perfect balance that will brighten your morning or serve as a delicious snack. Whether you’re enjoying them fresh out of the oven or freezing a batch for later, these muffins are easy to make and sure to impress family and friends alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers can achieve muffin perfection. Make your kitchen smell heavenly with these delightful muffins that are perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 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
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- Zest from 2 oranges
- 1 1/2 cups cranberries
- 4 tbsp turbinado sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease it lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and orange zest until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Carefully incorporate cranberries into the batter.
- Divide the mixture evenly into muffin cups and sprinkle turbinado sugar on top.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg