Christmas Walnut, Cranberry & Almond Muffins

Name: Christmas Walnut, Cranberry & Almond Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: United States
Ingredients: 250 g of flour; 120 g of sugar; 2 eggs; 80 g of butter (melted); 150 ml of milk; 1 packet of baking powder; 1 pinch of salt; 100 g of cranberries (fresh or frozen); 50 g of walnuts (crushed); 40 g of almonds (sliced); 1 tsp of rosemary (fresh, finely chopped); 1 tsp of vanilla extract; powdered sugar

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Soft muffins enriched with cranberries, chopped walnuts, and sliced almonds, flavored with rosemary. Light texture, slightly tart fruit, and herbal notes 🌿.
They keep for 3 days at room temperature and can be frozen individually. Ideal for winter snacks or a seasonal brunch ❄️🫐.

Total time: 35 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €0.50

By the CookinBreak team

Goes well with

🎅 Christmas: all recipes

As a starter

Baked Scallops au Gratin

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As a main

Christmas Stuffed Roast Turkey

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To drink

Christmas Cranberry & Spice Punch

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

215kcal

Protein4 g7%
Carbs27 g50%
Fat10 g42%
Fiber2 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For muffins that rise nicely, pour the batter into the pan immediately after mixing and place the pan directly in the center of the preheated oven. The thermal shock helps them rise.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

2-3 months after baking. Wrap individually in plastic wrap, then place in a bag.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 3-4 days max in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Baking the day before is preferable for freshness. Batter rests 12h in the fridge before baking.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Oven: 5-7 min at 150°C. Microwave: 20-30 sec at medium power. Air fryer: 2-3 min at 140°C.

Variations

Use fresh or frozen cranberries.
Dust with powdered sugar.
Sprinkle with sliced almonds before baking.

Mistakes to avoid

Overmixing the batter: mix just until smooth.
Overfilling the liners: three-quarters full.
Taking them out too early: a toothpick should come out dry.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make Christmas muffins?

Mix the dry ingredients, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter and vanilla, combine without overmixing, add the cranberries, walnuts, almonds and rosemary, fill the liners three-quarters full and bake 20 minutes at 180°C.

Which cranberries should you use?

100 g of fresh or frozen cranberries, gently folded in with a spatula along with the walnuts, sliced almonds and finely chopped fresh rosemary.

How do you know when the muffins are done?

After 20 minutes, they should be golden and a toothpick should come out dry. Let cool, then optionally dust with powdered sugar.

Why shouldn't you overmix?

Fold the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients until the batter is smooth, without overmixing, to keep the muffins moist and light.