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Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe

Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe

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These Orange Cranberry Muffins combine tart cranberries with fresh orange zest for a bright, fruity flavor in every bite. A little sparkling sugar on top adds a sweet finish and a delicate crunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time: 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 Muffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 255

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • ½ cup oil or melted unsalted butter
  • ¾ cup milk
  • teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract optional
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 2 cups fresh cranberries or frozen cranberries
  • ¼ cup sparkling sugar for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Muffin Pan
  • Paper muffin liners
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Add the oil and granulated sugar to a mixing bowl and whisk until well combined.
  2. Add the eggs and whisk until smooth.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe
  3. Add the orange zest and mix well.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe
  4. Add the vanilla extract and orange extract, then whisk to combine.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix gently until partially combined.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe
  7. Add the milk and whisk gently until a smooth batter forms.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe
  8. Add the fresh cranberries. Gently fold the cranberries into the batter.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe
  9. Divide the batter evenly among the lined muffin cups.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe
  10. Bake until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe
  11. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes. Sprinkle sparkling sugar over the tops.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe
  12. Serve and enjoy.
    Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe

Nutrition

Calories: 255kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16g

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