Homemade Cranberry Orange Muffins

Name: Homemade Cranberry Orange Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: United States
Ingredients: 250 g of flour (all-purpose); 150 g of sugar; 1 tsp of baking powder; 1/2 tsp of baking soda; a pinch of salt; zest of one orange; 120 ml of orange juice (freshly squeezed); 120 ml of milk; 2 eggs; 100 g of butter (melted); 150 g of cranberries (fresh or dried); powdered sugar (for dusting)

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These muffins are flavored with orange zest and dried cranberries. 🍊 They have a moist, fluffy texture and freeze very well.

Total time: 35 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €0.42

By the CookinBreak team

Goes well with

🎅 Christmas: all recipes

As a starter

Christmas Salad

20 minEasy

As a main

Christmas Stuffed Roast Turkey

3 h 30Medium

To drink

Cranberry Orange Cocktail

10 minEasy

Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

220kcal

Protein3 g5%
Carbs34 g62%
Fat8 g33%
Fiber2 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an extra touch of orange, you can replace the milk with orange yogurt. 🍊

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Freezes very well, up to 3 months in individual airtight bags or containers, once cooled.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keep 2-3 days at room temperature in an airtight container. After that, in the fridge.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

The muffin batter can be prepared the day before. Baked muffins can be stored as indicated.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Oven: 5-10 min at 160°C. Microwave: 20-30 s. Air fryer: 3-5 min at 150°C. Saucepan not suitable.

Variations

Use fresh or dried cranberries depending on the season.
Add white chocolate chips for a more indulgent version.
Replace part of the milk with plain yogurt.

Mistakes to avoid

Overmixing the batter: stir just enough to combine the dry and wet ingredients.
Overfilling the liners: fill them three-quarters full so the muffins rise without overflowing.
Taking the muffins out too early: check that a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make moist muffins?

Mix the dry and wet ingredients separately, then add the wet to the dry, stirring just enough to combine. Don't overmix: a lightly worked batter makes more tender muffins.

What cranberries should you use in the muffins?

The recipe works with 150 g of fresh or dried cranberries. Gently fold them into the batter at the end, after combining the wet mixture with the dry mixture.

How long should muffins bake?

Bake for about 20 minutes at 180 °C, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let them cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack.

How do you give muffins an orange flavor?

The zest of one orange is mixed into the dry ingredients and 120 ml of freshly squeezed orange juice is added to the eggs, milk, and melted butter. These two additions give the muffins their orange flavor.