How to Make Cranberry Muffins - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cranberry muffins are the perfect treat for a cozy breakfast or a delightful midday snack. These muffins are bursting with the tart and sweet flavor of cranberries, making them a delicious and festive addition to any meal. Whether you're hosting a holiday brunch or simply craving a homemade baked good, cranberry muffins are sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Making cranberry muffins from scratch is surprisingly easy and requires minimal ingredients. With a few simple steps and the right...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 ½ cups chopped cranberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 muffins

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together into a bowl.
  • Beat sugar and vegetable oil in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light, about 3 minutes. Add egg and beat until smooth. Mix in orange juice and zest. Gradually add flour mixture and stir with a spoon until just combined. Fold in cranberries. Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each 2/3 full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tops spring back when lightly pressed, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool in the tins briefly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    136 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 177mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 77mg