Name: Lemon Cranberry Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 15 muffins
Cuisine: American

Knead Some Sweets Verified

January 26, 2026

These fluffy Lemon Cranberry Muffins have incredible lemon flavour, juicy fresh cranberries, and sweet icing on top to balance out the tartness perfectly!

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Lemon Cranberry Muffins

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350℉. Line a 12-count muffin tin with muffin liners plus another tin with 3 muffin liners.

Whisk together the oil, sugar, lemon pudding mix, lemon juice, lemon extract, and lemon zest. Add the eggs and sour cream and whisk until combined.

Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Stir in the fresh cranberries. Add to the combined wet ingredients and stir just until combined, being careful not to overmix.

Spoon the batter into each of the 15 muffin cups filling each one almost to the top. Bake in preheated oven for 25-27 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Prepare the icing while the muffins are cooling. Whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled muffins. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Cranberry Coating Technique 🫐
Toss fresh cranberries in a light dusting of flour before folding into the batter to prevent them from sinking and ensure even distribution throughout the muffins.
Lemon Flavor Amplification 🍋
Combine lemon zest with white sugar and massage together before mixing into the batter to release maximum essential oils and intensify the citrus flavor.
Moisture Magic Trick 💧
Add instant lemon pudding mix to the dry ingredients to guarantee ultra-moist muffins with an extra punch of lemon flavor and tender crumb.
Icing Perfection Technique 🧁
Let muffins cool completely before adding icing to prevent it from melting and ensure a beautiful, professional-looking glaze that sets perfectly.
Baking Powder Power 🥄
Ensure your baking powder is fresh and sift all dry ingredients together to create maximum lift and prevent dense, heavy muffins.