Best 3 Tim Hortons Style Lemon Cranberry Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked Tim Hortons-style Lemon Cranberry Muffins, a delectable treat that combines the zesty flavor of lemon and the tartness of cranberries. These muffins are not only bursting with flavor but are also incredibly moist and fluffy, making them the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or afternoon snack. With this recipe, you can easily recreate the magic of these beloved muffins in the comfort of your own kitchen. In addition to the classic Lemon Cranberry Muffins, this article also offers a tantalizing variation – Lemon Blueberry Muffins. These muffins feature plump and juicy blueberries, adding an extra layer of sweetness and texture. Both recipes are easy to follow and require readily available ingredients, making them accessible to home bakers of all skill levels. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a delightful baking journey!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON CRANBERRY MUFFINS



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These mouthwatering muffins can be baked in less than half and hour. So I often rely on this recipe when time is tight.-Noelle Miles Griggs, Columbia, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, halved
1/3 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In another bowl, beat the eggs, milk, oil and extract. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in cranberries., Fill paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full; sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GLAZED LEMON CRANBERRY MUFFINS



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These glazed Lemon Cranberry Muffins are amazing! Easy to make and so tasty, they're perfect with your morning coffee!

Provided by Bake.Eat.Repeat.

Categories     Muffins & Scones

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup Fresh Cranberries, Quartered
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest, From 1 lemon
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar, Plus 1 tablespoon
2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
2 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Salt
2 Eggs
4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Melted and cooled
1/4 cup Canola Oil
1 cup Milk
1 1/2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
1 cup Powdered Sugar
2 tablespoons Lemon Juice, From 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Lightly spray a 12 cup muffin tin with non-stick spray, or line it with paper liners and set aside.
  • In a small bowl, toss the cranberries and lemon zest with the 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flours, baking powder and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the remaining 1/2 cup sugar, eggs, melted butter and oil until well combined. Add the milk and vanilla and whisk until combined.
  • Add this mixture to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.
  • Fold in the cranberries.
  • Scoop the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, dividing it between the 12 muffin cups.
  • Bake for 5 minutes, then lower the oven temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 14-17 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  • Allow the muffins to cool for 5-10 minutes in the muffin tin, and then remove them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth to make the glaze.
  • Drizzle the glaze over top of the cooled muffins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Carbohydrate 41 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 43 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 10 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 302 milligrams sodium, Sugar 19 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams unsaturated fat

LEMON CRANBERRY MUFFINS



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These sweet and tangy muffins bake up very quickly -- perfect for those unexpected guests!

Provided by bobpiazza

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup lemon juice
¾ cup milk
2 eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
1 cup cranberries, halved
⅓ cup toasted slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Grease 12 muffin cups, or line with paper muffin liners.
  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Mix lemon juice and milk in a measuring cup, to sour milk; beat eggs, oil, and milk mixture in a bowl. Stir egg mixture into flour mixture until just moistened; fold in cranberries. Fill prepared muffin cups two-thirds full; sprinkle with almonds.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into a muffin comes out clean, 18 to 20 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 32.2 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 237.7 mg, Sugar 22.3 g

Tips:

  • For a sweeter muffin, use 1 1/2 cups of sugar instead of 1 cup.
  • To make the muffins extra moist, add 1/2 cup of sour cream or yogurt to the batter.
  • For a crunchy topping, sprinkle the muffins with streusel or chopped nuts before baking.
  • If you don't have muffin liners, you can grease a muffin pan with cooking spray.
  • To test if the muffins are done, insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin. If it comes out clean, the muffins are done.

Conclusion:

These Tim Hortons-style lemon cranberry muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With their moist texture, sweet and tangy flavor, and crunchy topping, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're in the mood for a muffin, give this recipe a try!

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