Fresh Cranberry Orange Muffins
Fresh cranberry orange muffins are a delightful way to brighten your mornings. Bursting with the zesty essence of orange and the tart sweetness of cranberries, these muffins offer a warm, comforting treat that’s easy to whip up. Perfect for busy weekdays or festive gatherings, they promise to bring joy with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, Greek yogurt, melted butter, orange zest, and orange juice until smooth.
- Fold in the cranberries gently into the wet mixture.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients by stirring until just incorporated; avoid overmixing.
- Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for five minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Swap cranberries for blueberries or add nuts for extra texture. For enhanced flavor, consider zesting an additional orange before mixing.