Cinnamon Orange Muffins

Brighten your mornings with these irresistibly fragrant Cinnamon Orange Muffins, a perfect balance of warm spice and citrus zest! Infused with freshly squeezed orange juice, vibrant orange zest, and a hint of ground cinnamon, these muffins deliver a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Their tender, moist texture comes from a harmonious blend of milk, melted butter, and vanilla, while their lightly sweetened crumb is ideal for a cozy breakfast or a midday treat. Quick and easy to make with just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe yields 12 muffins that bake to golden perfection in under 20 minutes. Perfectly portable and bursting with warm, zesty goodness, these muffins pair beautifully with a cup of coffee or tea, making them an irresistible addition to your breakfast lineup or brunch table.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:18 mins

Total Time:33 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.5 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

Add the orange zest to the dry ingredients and stir to combine evenly.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange juice, milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes in the tin. Then transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. These muffins pair beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(661.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2069.7

Total Fat 61.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 359.7mg	0%
Sodium 2243.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 349.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 157.7g
Protein 36.3g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 260.1mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 583.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.3%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 66.8%