Cranberry Orange Spice Muffins

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes • 🍳 Cook Time: 20 minutes

Enjoy the delightful combination of tart cranberries, zesty orange, and warm spices in these Cranberry Orange Spice Muffins. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, these muffins offer a burst of flavor and a touch of warmth that's perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

🍽️ Servings: 12 muffins • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 180

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2 large eggs
Zest of 1 orange
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup granulated sugar mixed with 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for dusting)

Steps

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped cranberries.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

Step 7

If desired, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle this mixture over the tops of the muffins for a sweet and spiced crust.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Make it your own!

Add a handful of chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, for added texture.
For a sweeter variation, you can drizzle a simple orange glaze over the cooled muffins.
Experiment with different types of citrus zest, like lemon or tangerine, for a unique twist.

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