Cranberry Orange Morning Breakfast Muffins
Cranberry Orange Morning Breakfast Muffins are a delightful way to brighten your mornings. With their perfect balance of sweet cranberries and zesty orange, these muffins are not only easy to make but also bursting with flavor. Ideal for a cozy brunch or a quick breakfast on the go, each muffin offers a warm hug that will elevate your day. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven, and watch them disappear in minutes!
- 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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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, orange juice, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Gently fold in orange zest and cranberries into the wet mixture.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop batter into muffin tins lined with paper liners or greased well.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting dried cranberries with blueberries or adding chopped nuts. A sprinkle of cinnamon can enhance the warm flavors of these muffins.