Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our tantalizing Cranberry Citrus Muffin Tops, a symphony of flavors that will awaken your senses. These muffin tops, bursting with the vibrant tang of cranberries and the refreshing zest of citrus, offer a delectable treat that is both indulgent and invigorating. With two irresistible variations, the Classic Cranberry Citrus Muffin Tops and the Orange Cranberry Pistachio Muffin Tops, this recipe caters to diverse taste preferences. The classic version captivates with its harmonious blend of sweet and tart flavors, while the orange cranberry pistachio variation adds a nutty crunch and a vibrant orange twist. Both muffin tops promise a moist and tender crumb, ensuring a satisfying bite in every morsel.
The Classic Cranberry Citrus Muffin Tops embody the essence of simplicity and perfection. Fresh cranberries, a burst of citrus from lemon and orange, and a touch of cinnamon combine to create a timeless flavor combination that never fails to impress. On the other hand, the Orange Cranberry Pistachio Muffin Tops elevate the classic recipe with a delightful twist. The addition of orange zest and chopped pistachios introduces a layer of complexity that will surprise and delight your palate. These muffin tops are not only a culinary delight but also a feast for the eyes, their golden-brown exterior and vibrant pops of cranberries and pistachios making them a centerpiece for any occasion.
Whether you prefer the timeless appeal of the Classic Cranberry Citrus Muffin Tops or the tantalizing twist of the Orange Cranberry Pistachio Muffin Tops, this recipe promises an unforgettable baking experience. With easy-to-follow instructions, even novice bakers can create these delectable treats, filling their homes with the enticing aroma of freshly baked muffins. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.
CRANBERRY ORANGE MUFFINS
Buttery and moist, these cranberry orange muffins are heavy on the flavor and bursting with cranberries in each bite.
Provided by Sally
Categories Muffins
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Spray a 12-count muffin pan with nonstick spray or line with cupcake liners. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Add the granulated and brown sugars and beat on high until creamed, about 2 full minutes. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. Add the eggs, yogurt, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 1 minute, then turn up to high speed until the mixture is combined and uniform in texture. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. Then, beat in the orange zest until combined.
- In a large bowl, toss together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and slowly mix with a whisk. Add the orange juice and milk, gently whisking until combined and little lumps remain. Fold in the cranberries with a wooden spoon or rubber spatula.
- Spoon batter into prepared muffin pan, filling them all the way to the top. Top the batter with an additional cranberry or two, for looks if desired. (I like the pop of color on top of the muffins in doing this.) Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F (218°C), then keeping the muffins in the oven, lower the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and bake for 18-20 more minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The total times these muffins take in the oven is about 23-25 minutes.
- While the muffins are cooling for a few minutes, make the glaze by whisking the glaze ingredients together. Drizzle over warm muffins. Allow to briefly cool before serving.
JUMBO CRANBERRY CITRUS MUFFINS
These cranberry orange muffins will be a delicious treat to wake up to. They're bursting with citrus flavor. Perfectly sweet, with little bits of tart cranberries throughout, these muffins are just as good as anything you'd find at a bakery.
Provided by Cheryl Gross
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Grease a 6 ct jumbo muffin pan or line with muffin papers.
- 2. Put cranberries in a microwave safe cup or bowl and cover with liquid. (I use orange juice.)
- 3. Microwave for 1 minute, stir, microwave for another minute.
- 4. Then pour into a strainer to drain.
- 5. Mix dry ingredients together in a medium bowl.
- 6. Add orange zest and mix well.
- 7. Then, add drained cranberries and mix well.
- 8. Mix orange juice, milk, oil, egg, sour cream, and orange extract together in a large bowl.
- 9. Stir dry ingredients into the juice mixture. DO NOT OVER MIX!
- 10. Then spoon batter into a greased or paper-lined jumbo muffin tin.
- 11. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven to rack.
- 12. Let stand for 5 minutes then remove muffins from pan to completely cool on the rack.
CRANBERRY ORANGE MUFFINS (+ EASY RECIPE)
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line the muffin tin with liners or grease it with baking spray or butter.
- Sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a 1-cup measuring cup, pour the vegetable oil, egg, and enough milk to fill the cup. Whisk it in a bowl until well-combined.
- Pour the oil mixture into the flour mixture and whisk just until you no longer see streaks of flour. Gently mix in the orange zest, orange juice, and cranberries.
- Fill the muffin cups 3/4 full with batter. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The tops should spring back when pressed.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Remove them from pan and let them cool completely on a wire rack. Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 cal
CRANBERRY MUFFINS
There's an abundance of cranberries in our area during the fall, and this recipe is one of my favorite ways to use them. I've often given these fresh-baked muffins as a small gift to friends, and they're always well received. -Ronni Dufour, Lebanon, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 1.500 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, baking soda, ginger, salt and orange zest. Cut in shortening until crumbly. In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, eggs and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cranberries and nuts., Fill 18 greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 375° until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean, 18-20 minutes. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire rack. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CRANBERRY CRUMB MUFFINS
In these tender muffins, a crunchy topping adds nice textural contrast, and supertart cranberries keep the sweetness balanced. Fresh or frozen cranberries work well, but if using frozen cranberries, do not thaw them before they go into the batter. The batter may seem extra stiff from the cold berries, but it will bake up just fine. (They may need an extra minute or two in the oven.) Blueberries, raspberries, blackberries or a mix of the three would be lovely. If you use berries, you can expect some color streaking, but they will taste great. Chopped up in-season peaches or plums would be tasty, too. Use a spring-loaded ice cream scoop to portion muffin batter into the prepared pan: It's easy, quick and helps to keep the muffins the same size.
Provided by Samantha Seneviratne
Categories snack, quick breads, dessert
Time 50m
Yield 12 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with liners.
- Prepare the crumb mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt. Add the butter, and stir to combine.
- Prepare the muffins: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Add the cranberries and pecans, and gently toss to combine.
- In a small bowl, mix together the sour cream and the milk. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the eggs, one at a time.
- Fold the flour mixture into the butter mixture. Fold in the sour cream mixture. Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups. Squeeze the crumb mixture to create clumps of varying size, and sprinkle evenly over the tops. (It's OK if some of the crumb mixture lands on the tray.)
- Bake the muffins until they are puffed and set, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 26 to 30 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
CRANBERRY MUFFINS
Use this scratch recipe to make zesty cranberry muffins with a slight citrus accent via orange zest and orange juice.
Provided by GINGER P
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease and flour muffin pan, or use paper liners.
- Sift together flour, salt and baking powder. Set aside.
- Beat oil and sugar together until light. Add egg and beat until smooth. Add orange juice and grated zest.
- Add flour mixture and stir just until mixed. Fold in cranberries.
- Fill greased muffin pans 2/3 full. Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 177 mg, Sugar 6.5 g
FRESH CRANBERRY MUFFINS
This recipe is the best! These muffins are accompanied with a hot cranberry spread and we have them every Thanksgiving in place of dinner rolls.
Provided by Cindy Carnes
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Muffin Recipes
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray or grease a 12 cup and 6 cup muffin tin.
- Mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, orange peel, nutmeg, cinnamon and ginger.
- Cut in shortening; stir in juice, vanilla, eggs, cranberries and nuts. Pour into muffin cups and bake for 25 minutes or until brown.
- Prepare the topping in a saucepan over low heat by whisking together the cranberry sauce, brown sugar and margarine. Cook until heated and smooth. Remove from heat and serve as a spread for the muffins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.9 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 116.5 mg, Sugar 17.3 g
WINNING CRANBERRY MUFFINS
Our town is the hub of all the area's large cranberry bogs, which are beautiful year-round. I've had this particular recipe for quite a while and have modified it over the years. These muffins are my husband's favorite, and my friends like them, too. It's a typical, hearty New England muffin! -Dorothy Bateman, Carver, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 30m
Yield 12 standard or 6 jumbo muffins.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sprinkle cranberries with 2 tablespoons sugar; set aside. Sift remaining sugar, flour, baking powder and salt into large bowl. , In another bowl, beat egg, milk and oil. Make a hole in center of dry ingredients; pour in liquid ingredients. Stir just until moistened. Add berries and, if desired, lemon zest. Fill 12 greased standard or 6 greased jumbo muffin cups. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar., Bake at 400° for 18 minutes for standard-size muffins or for 22 minutes for jumbo muffins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh cranberries and citrus fruits. This will give your muffins the best flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the muffins tough.
- Fill the muffin cups only 2/3 full. This will allow the muffins to rise properly.
- Bake the muffins until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool completely before enjoying them. This will allow the flavors to develop.
Conclusion:
These cranberry-citrus muffin tops are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. With their bright and festive flavors, they're also a great way to celebrate the holidays. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy muffin recipe, give these cranberry-citrus muffin tops a try. You won't be disappointed!
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