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Cranberry Orange Muffins

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Bakery-style cranberry orange muffins that are moist, fluffy, and bursting with zesty citrus and tart cranberries. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a comforting snack, these muffins are easy to make and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt (120g; Greek yogurt or sour cream can be substituted)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled (85g)
  • Zest from 1 large orange
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice (60ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (150g; halved if large, do not thaw if frozen)
  • Optional: coarse sugar for topping
  • Optional: extra orange zest for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Zest and juice the orange; set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, yogurt, melted butter, sugar, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined; batter will be thick.
  6. Gently fold in cranberries. If using frozen cranberries, toss them in a little flour first to prevent sinking.
  7. Spoon batter evenly into muffin cups, filling almost to the top. Sprinkle with coarse sugar and extra orange zest if desired.
  8. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 5 minutes, then reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 16-18 minutes more, until tops are golden and centers spring back when touched.
  9. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature eggs and yogurt. Start baking at a high temperature for domed tops. Toss cranberries in flour to prevent sinking. Muffins freeze well for up to 2 months. Can be made gluten-free or dairy-free with simple swaps. Do not overmix batter for fluffiest texture.

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