Cranberry Zucchini Muffins Recipe

Moist, delicious cranberry zucchini muffins, a lighter take on a classic! This recipe, inspired by Martha Stewart's baking handbook, uses zucchini to create incredibly moist muffins without excessive oil. The burst of tart cranberries adds a delightful gooey sweetness that will have you coming back for more. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. Use fresh or frozen cranberries – they both work wonderfully!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 227.6 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). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¾ cup granulated sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: 2 large eggs, 1 cup vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup grated zucchini.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Stir in 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about ¾ full.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

7g

Carbs

10g

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