Description
Delightful muffins combining the sweet and tart flavors of fresh cranberries and bright orange zest, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (or flax eggs)
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy milk)
- 1/2 cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tbsp freshly grated orange zest
- 1 cup fresh cranberries (or dried cranberries)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease your muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix eggs, milk, melted butter (or oil), orange juice, and zest. Stir until just blended; it’s okay if some lumps remain.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold them together with a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
- Delicately fold in the fresh cranberries until evenly distributed.
- Using a scoop or spoon, fill each muffin cup about three-quarters full.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
Notes
For a cozy flavor, consider adding nutmeg or cinnamon. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: muffins, orange, cranberry, breakfast, baking, family recipe, snacks