Cranberry Zucchini Muffins Recipe

Delightfully moist and bursting with flavor, these Cranberry Zucchini Muffins are a delightful twist on a classic! Inspired by Martha Stewart, this recipe perfectly balances the tartness of cranberries with the subtle sweetness of zucchini. Applesauce adds moisture (or substitute with oil!), creating tender muffins that are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. Get ready to enjoy these incredibly easy-to-make muffins – the whole family will love them!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 158.6 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cranberry Zucchini Muffins

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How to Make Cranberry Zucchini Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda (Note: this is likely a typo in the original and should be salt), 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, ¾ cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup packed brown sugar, 1 cup unsweetened applesauce (or ¾ cup vegetable oil), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Gently stir in 2 cups grated zucchini.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries using a rubber spatula.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. The cups will be full.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. **Bread Variation:** Follow steps 1-7. Pour batter into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 45-50 minutes, rotating halfway through, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

70g

Fat

1g

Carbs

11g