Cranberry-Corn Muffins

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Servings: 12 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Bright, tangy muffins with a tender crumb and bursts of fresh cranberry.
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Cranberry-Corn Muffins

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 Calories: 396.1

Description

These Cranberry-Corn Muffins are a delightful blend of sweet and tart flavors, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. The combination of yellow cornmeal and whole wheat flour gives them a rustic, hearty texture, while the orange juice and rind add a bright citrus note that cuts through the richness. Fresh cranberries provide pops of acidity and color, making every bite interesting. They are moist, tender, and slightly crumbly, with a golden crust that contrasts beautifully with the soft interior. Ideal for holiday mornings, brunch gatherings, or simply a cozy weekend treat, these muffins pair wonderfully with butter, jam, or a warm cup of coffee. Simple to make with pantry staples, they come together quickly and bake in under half an hour.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F (200C) and grease 12 muffin cups or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, whole wheat flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate medium bowl or measuring cup, whisk the buttermilk, orange juice, vegetable oil, egg, and grated orange rind until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just moistened; do not overmix, as some lumps are okay.
  5. Fold in the coarsely chopped fresh cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
  8. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 396.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.0g4%
Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1580.7mg66%
Total Carbohydrate 87.9g30%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g23%
Sugars 22.2g
Protein 10.4g21%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: muffins, cranberry, cornmeal, breakfast, orange, baking, whole wheat, buttermilk, quick bread, tart, sweet, citrus, vegetarian, brunch, snack, holiday, fresh fruit, easy recipe, homemade, pastry
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