Delicious Cranberry Orange Pecan Muffins for a Cozy Morning
These Cranberry Orange Pecan Muffins are easy to make and bursting with flavor, perfect for a cozy morning treat.
Equipment
- muffin tin
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
Muffin Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour This is the base for your muffins.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
- ½ cup brown sugar Packed brown sugar for moisture.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Helps muffins rise.
- ½ teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
- 1 cup fresh cranberries Chopped if large.
- Zest of 1 orange Elevates flavor.
- ½ cup orange juice Freshly squeezed.
- 2 large eggs Binds ingredients.
- ½ cup vegetable oil Or melted butter.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor depth.
- 1 cup pecans Chopped for texture.
Instructions
Muffin Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare the muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold in cranberries and pecans into the dry mixture.
- In another bowl, mix the zest of orange, orange juice, eggs, oil or butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Divide the batter among muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
These muffins freeze well. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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