Wild Cranberry Orange Muffins Recipe

Delight your Thanksgiving morning with these vibrant Wild Cranberry Orange Muffins! Bursting with the tart sweetness of cranberries and a zesty orange twist, these muffins are the perfect festive treat. Made with fresh or canned cranberries (for convenience!), this recipe is easy to follow and delivers moist, delicious muffins that will impress your family and guests. Get ready for a Thanksgiving breakfast upgrade!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 234.4 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Wild Cranberry Orange Muffins

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How to Make Wild Cranberry Orange Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup fresh or canned cranberries (if using canned, drain well) and 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs (or egg substitute), 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, and 1/4 cup vegetable oil.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the cranberry-orange mixture and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional).
  7. Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

39g

Fat

7g

Carbs

9g