Sparkling Cranberry Orange Muffins

Sparkling Cranberry Orange Muffins

60 mins
easy
12 servings

These vibrant muffins burst with the flavors of fresh cranberries and zesty orange. A perfect treat for any occasion, these muffins are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

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Equipment Needed

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Muffin Tin
  • Oven
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 120.00 millilitersVegetable Oil(Use for greasing pan and in batter)
  • 150.00 gramsGranulated Sugar
  • 2.00 Eggs(Large eggs)
  • 120.00 millilitersButtermilk
  • 60.00 millilitersOrange Juice
  • 0.75 teaspoonKosher Salt(Diamond Crystal recommended)
  • 2.00 teaspoonsOrange Zest(Finely grated)
  • 2.00 teaspoonsBaking Powder
  • 0.50 teaspoonBaking Soda
  • 256.00 gramsAll-Purpose Flour
  • 200.00 gramsFresh Cranberries(Fresh or frozen)
  • 180.00 gramsPowdered Sugar
  • 2.00 tablespoonsOrange Juice(For glaze)
  • 1.00 teaspoonOrange Zest(For glaze)
  • 0.01 pinchSalt(For glaze)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) with rack in center. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, and oil until well combined.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

3

Add buttermilk, orange juice, salt, and orange zest; whisk until smooth.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Whisk in baking powder and baking soda. Gently fold in flour and cranberries.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

5

Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake for 18-23 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Estimated time: 20 minutes

6

Let cool in pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

7

While muffins cool, whisk together powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons orange juice, orange zest, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Add more orange juice if needed for desired consistency.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

8

Glaze cooled muffins and let set for 15 minutes before serving.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

9

Store glazed or unglazed muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Enjoy these delicious and festive muffins!

Estimated time: 1 minutes