Lyla's Cranberry Muffins

Bursting with vibrant flavors and a hint of citrus, Lyla's Cranberry Muffins are the ultimate treat for breakfast or brunch. These moist, fluffy muffins are studded with tart fresh cranberries and brightened with a touch of orange zest, creating a delightful balance of sweet and tangy. The batter, made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and melted butter, comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings or last-minute gatherings. A sprinkle of coarse sugar on top adds a satisfying crunch, elevating these muffins to bakery-quality perfection. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these homemade cranberry muffins are a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and even easier to love. Keywords: cranberry muffins, fresh cranberry recipe, orange zest muffins, easy muffin recipe, breakfast muffins.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

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 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1.5 cups fresh cranberries
• 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

Melt the butter and let it cool slightly. In a medium bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture into it. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Fold the fresh cranberries into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, evenly divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.

Step 7

If desired, sprinkle coarse sugar on top of each muffin for added crunch and sweetness.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1024.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2326.5

Total Fat 63.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 507.0mg	0%
Sodium 2283.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 410.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 195.6g
Protein 42.7g	0%

Vitamin D 133.7IU	0%
Calcium 287.7mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 879.1mg	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: 24.0%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 68.8%