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Orange Cranberry Muffins

Orange Cranberry Muffins

Orange Cranberry Muffins are a fresh and fruity breakfast that will leave you craving for more. The harmonious blend of zesty oranges and tart cranberries creates an irresistible combination that will awaken your senses. Orange Cranberry Muffins are more than just a breakfast treat; they’re a burst of sunshine on a cloudy day, a comforting indulgence that can be enjoyed any time of year. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply craving some homemade goodness, these muffins are sure to impress with their vibrant color, moist texture, and irresistible taste.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Peanuts Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 12 Servings

Calories: 385 kcal per serving

Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups - Cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons - Orange zest
  • 1 - Egg
  • 1 ½ teaspoons - Baking powder
  • ½ tsp - Baking soda
  • 2 cups - Flour
  • 1 cup - Granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp - Salt
  • ¾ cup - Orange juice
  • 2 tablespoons - butter
  • 1 ¼ cups - Flour
  • ½ cup - Light brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup - Sugar
  • ¼ tsp - Salt
  • 6 tablespoons - Butter
  • 2 cups - Powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons - Milk
  • 1 tbsp - Orange zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place muffin liners into a muffin tin.
  2. Combine the muffin dry ingredients with the softened butter, using either your hands or a pastry blender. Combine the egg and orange juice, then stir.
  3. Sprinkle a tablespoon of flour over the cranberries and gently mix them into the batter.
  4. Add batter to the muffin liner until it is 3/4 full.
  5. In a different bowl, incorporate the streusel dry ingredients and mix together.
  6. Gently drizzle the melted butter onto the mixture, then carefully combine the mix and butter with a fork until clumps start to appear.
  7. Place the streusel on top of the muffin batter using a spoon.
  8. Cook the muffins for 20 minutes until they are done and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center.
  9. After the muffins have finished baking, combine the powdered sugar, milk, and orange zest while they cool.
  10. Allow muffins to cool before adding glaze.

Nutrition

Energy: 385 kcal | Total Fat: 9 g | Saturated: 5 g | Trans: 0 g | Unsaturated: 1 g | Cholesterol: 36 mg | Total Carbs: 84 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugars: 53 g | Proteins: 5 g | Sodium: 373 mg | Polyunsaturated: 1 g | Monounsaturated: 2 g

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