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Cranberry Muffins Recipe

Cranberry Muffins Recipe

These cranberry muffins are fluffy, moist, and loaded with bursts of tangy cranberries in every bite. Perfect for a quick breakfast, brunch, or snack, they strike a perfect balance of sweet and tart. Easy to make and even easier to love!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • Optional: coarse sugar for topping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
  • In another bowl, mix oil, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed.
  • Fold in cranberries gently.
  • Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  • Sprinkle tops with coarse sugar if desired.
  • Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use orange zest for added flavor.
  • Frozen cranberries don’t need to be thawed.
  • Muffins stay fresh up to 3 days in an airtight container

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