Description
Cranberry Orange Muffins are tender, bakery-style muffins bursting with tart cranberries and bright citrus flavor. These muffins are perfect for a fresh breakfast or holiday treats, combining sweet and tangy notes with a moist, fluffy texture.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 orange
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup orange juice
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and the zest of one orange until well combined for even flavor distribution.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, vegetable oil, and large egg until the mixture is smooth and cohesive.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir carefully until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the muffins.
- Fold in Cranberries: Toss the cranberries in a small amount of flour beforehand to prevent them from sinking, then fold them gently into the batter to evenly distribute throughout.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
Notes
- Toss cranberries in a little flour before folding into the batter to prevent them from sinking to the bottom during baking.
- Use fresh or dried cranberries based on availability; if using dried, consider soaking them briefly in orange juice for added moisture.
- For added texture, you can sprinkle coarse sugar on top of the muffins before baking for a slight crunch.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the muffins tender and light.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
