Cranberry Orange Muffins with Streusel
Brighten your mornings with these delightful Cranberry Orange Muffins with Streusel! This recipe combines the tartness of cranberries with the zesty brightness of orange, creating a flavor profile that dances on your palate. Topped with a buttery, crumbly streusel, these muffins are not only delicious but also versatile enough for any occasion—be it a busy weekday breakfast or a sweet snack during the day. Easy to whip up and filled with irresistible aromas, they’re bound to become a new favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, milk, and orange zest until combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in cranberries.
- For the streusel topping, mix brown sugar and flour in a small bowl; cut in cubed butter until crumbly.
- Divide batter into muffin cups and top generously with streusel. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg