Description
These Cranberry Orange Muffins are bursting with tart cranberries and zesty orange flavor, making them the perfect treat for breakfast or a snack. Moist and tender, with a hint of citrus, these muffins are sure to brighten your day.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (from 1–2 oranges)
- 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (halved if large)
- Optional: coarse sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange zest.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, mix orange juice, oil, egg, and vanilla.
- Blend: Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in cranberries.
- Bake: Fill muffin cups, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 18–22 minutes.
- Cool and enjoy: Let muffins cool before serving.
Notes
- Frozen cranberries can be used directly from the freezer.
- Enhance citrus flavor with a splash of orange extract.
- Muffins can be frozen for up to 3 months.
