Truly Orange Cranberry Muffins Recipe

Bursting with bright orange flavor and the sweet-tart tang of cranberries, these muffins are a delightful treat! This recipe, adapted from a classic, replaces raisins with delicious dried cranberries for a superior taste experience. The intense orange flavor shines through in every bite – a perfect breakfast or afternoon snack.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 191.6 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Truly Orange Cranberry Muffins

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How to Make Truly Orange Cranberry Muffins

  1. Zest one orange and place the zest in a blender or food processor.
  2. Juice the orange and add both the juice and segments to the blender.
  3. Add 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened, and 1 large egg to the blender. Blend until smooth.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the orange mixture to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Gently fold in 1 cup (150g) dried cranberries.
  7. Fill greased or lined muffin cups two-thirds full.
  8. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

58g

Fat

25g

Carbs

9g