Dried Cranberry and Orange Muffins

Brighten your mornings with these delightful Dried Cranberry and Orange Muffins, a perfect combination of tart and sweet flavors that are sure to impress. Packed with zesty orange zest, freshly squeezed orange juice, and chewy dried cranberries, these muffins strike a balance between refreshing citrus notes and a hint of indulgent sweetness. The soft, moist texture comes from a blend of whole milk, melted butter, and eggs, while the tender crumb is achieved with just the right touch of baking powder and soda. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, this easy recipe is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an on-the-go snack. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and watch these homemade baked goods steal the spotlight every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.5 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 0.5 cup whole milk
• 0.33 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 2 units large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3

Stir in the dried cranberries and orange zest, ensuring they’re evenly distributed in the dry mixture.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the orange juice, milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 5

Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture in. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter will be slightly lumpy.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(970.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2760.0

Total Fat 80.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 557.1mg	0%
Sodium 2363.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 468.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 262.1g
Protein 42.5g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 289.1mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 944.0mg	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: 26.1%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 67.8%