Description
These vibrant muffins combine tart cranberries, zesty orange, and crunchy pecans for a perfect breakfast treat or afternoon snack. The orange zest adds a bright citrus note that complements the cranberries beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs, milk, oil, and orange zest until well combined.
- Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just mixed. Gently stir in cranberries and pecans.
- Divide batter among muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Don’t overmix the batter to ensure tender muffins
- Fresh or frozen cranberries work equally well
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g