Sunny Muffin

Brighten up your mornings with Sunny Muffins, a vibrant and wholesome treat bursting with citrusy goodness! These fluffy orange-infused muffins combine fresh orange juice, fragrant orange zest, and creamy Greek yogurt to create a moist, tangy base that's perfectly sweetened with a hint of vanilla. Optional dried cranberries add a delightful pop of tartness in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection in under 25, these easy homemade muffins are a sunshine-filled treat for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack. Serve them warm with a pat of butter or enjoy them as is—either way, these muffins will bring a ray of joy to your day! Perfect for those searching for citrus muffin recipes or a unique twist on classic breakfast delights!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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 Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 unit Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the fresh orange juice, orange zest, Greek yogurt, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.

Step 5

If using dried cranberries, fold them into the batter at this stage to distribute evenly.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 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 let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Enjoy your Sunny Muffins plain or with a smear of butter for extra indulgence!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(428.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1056.2

Total Fat 9.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 198.2mg	0%
Sodium 1644.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 43.3g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 202.1mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 508.0mg	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: 8.3%

Protein: 16.8%

Carbs: 74.9%