Sparkling Cranberry Muffins

Brighten your mornings with these delightful Sparkling Cranberry Muffins, a perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors wrapped in a golden, tender crumb. Bursting with fresh cranberries and topped with a dazzling layer of sparkling sugar, these bakery-style muffins offer a festive crunch and a stunning visual appeal. With a quick 20-minute prep time and simple ingredients like vanilla, melted butter, and a hint of coarse sugar, this recipe is as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Whether you're serving them fresh out of the oven for a cozy breakfast or pairing them with afternoon tea, these cranberry muffins are an irresistible treat that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a fruity, homemade muffin with a touch of sparkle!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup milk
• 1.5 cups fresh cranberries
• 2 tablespoons sparkling sugar (or coarse sugar)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan, melt the butter and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix; it’s okay if the batter is slightly lumpy.

Step 6

Lightly toss the cranberries in a teaspoon of flour (this helps prevent them from sinking) and fold them gently into the batter.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Sprinkle the tops of the muffins generously with sparkling sugar to create a crunchy and decorative topping.

Step 9

Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1077.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2497.2

Total Fat 62.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 360.0mg	0%
Sodium 2316.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 459.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 248.2g
Protein 39.1g	0%

Vitamin D 134.3IU	0%
Calcium 323.8mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 874.3mg	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: 22.0%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 71.9%