Description
Citrus Orange Cranberry Muffins – Alrightwithme are a delightful way to start your day. Bursting with the zesty flavor of oranges and the tartness of cranberries, these muffins are not only a treat for your taste buds but also a breeze to prepare. With just 10 minutes of prep time, they make for a perfect breakfast option, brunch delight, or a sweet snack throughout the day. The vibrant colors and flavors will brighten up any table, making these muffins an irresistible choice for gatherings or cozy mornings at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup white sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup whole milk or 2% milk
- 1 tbsp grated orange zest
- 2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- Optional: Coarse sparkling sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with grease or liners.
- In one bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and baking soda. In another bowl, whisk eggs, oil (or butter), milk, vanilla extract, orange extract (if using), and orange zest until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Fold in cranberries.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Bake for about 20-22 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool for five minutes in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg