Miniature Cranberry Muffins

Bite-sized and bursting with zesty flavor, these Miniature Cranberry Muffins are the perfect treat for any occasion. Made with tart, freshly chopped cranberries and a soft, tender crumb, these mini muffins strike the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and yielding 24 miniature delights, they’re an ideal option for brunch spreads, holiday gatherings, or as a grab-and-go snack. A hint of vanilla enhances their warmth, while a final optional dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance. These mini muffins bake to golden perfection in under 16 minutes, making them a fast and easy recipe for cozy mornings or festive celebrations. Whether served on their own or paired with a warm beverage, these cranberry mini muffins are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cups Fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin pan or line it with mini cupcake liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Use a small spoon or cookie scoop to evenly distribute the batter into the prepared mini muffin pan, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 8

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

Step 9

If desired, dust the tops of the cooled muffins with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 10

Enjoy your delicious miniature cranberry muffins!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(792.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1966.0

Total Fat 58.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 354.5mg	0%
Sodium 1431.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 336.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 180.6g
Protein 30.6g	0%

Vitamin D 107.4IU	0%
Calcium 231.3mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 634.8mg	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: 6.1%

Carbs: 67.5%