Best 6 Zucchini And Cranberry Mini Muffins Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our Zucchini and Cranberry Mini Muffins, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. These bite-sized treats are a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy, featuring shredded zucchini for a moist and tender crumb, complemented by the vibrant tartness of cranberries. But that's not all! This versatile recipe collection also includes a savory Zucchini and Corn Mini Muffins option, bursting with the goodness of fresh corn kernels and a hint of herbs, perfect for a savory snack or a light meal. And for those with a sweet tooth, the Zucchini and Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins offer a decadent treat, combining the classic flavors of chocolate chips and zucchini for an irresistible indulgence. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a moist, flavorful, and perfectly portioned muffin that will elevate any occasion, from a cozy breakfast to an afternoon tea party.

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ZUCCHINI BREAD MUFFINS



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Flavorful and moist, these zucchini bread muffins are an easy summertime baking staple. No need to peel the zucchini before shredding, but you certainly can if you'd like. See Notes for freezing instructions.

Provided by Sally

Categories     Breakfast

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 and 3/4 cups (220g) all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour (or mix of both)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/3 cup (67g) packed light or dark brown sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 Tablespoons (30ml) milk (dairy or non dairy)
1 and 3/4 cups (about 190g) shredded zucchini (no need to blot)
optional: 1 cup (180g) semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped nuts, raisins, etc)
optional: coarse sugar, for sprinkling on top

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Spray a 12-count muffin pan with nonstick spray or line with cupcake liners.
  • Whisk the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a large bowl. Set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk the oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk together. Whisk in the shredded zucchini. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk or stir until just combined. Fold in any add-ins you want to include, if any. Avoid over-mixing. Batter is thick.
  • Spoon the batter into liners, filling them all the way to the top. Sprinkle with coarse sugar, if desired.
  • Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F (218°C); then, keeping the muffins in the oven, reduce heat to 350°F (177°C) and continue baking for another 15-17 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The total time these muffins take in the oven is about 20-21 minutes, give or take. (For mini muffins, bake 11-13 minutes at 350°F (177°C) the whole time.)
  • Allow the muffins to cool for 5 minutes in the muffin pan, and then transfer to a wire rack to continue cooling, or enjoy warm.
  • Muffins stay fresh covered at room temperature for a few days, then transfer to the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

FARM FRESH ZUCCHINI CRANBERRY NUT MUFFINS



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Steve, my farmer friend, has kept me well supplied with zucchini. I was looking to make an original muffin recipe to thank him that would knock his socks off.

Provided by SHORECOOK

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup margarine, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup grated zucchini
1 cup cranberries
½ cup walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Prepare 12 muffin cups with liners.
  • Mix 6 tablespoons flour and brown sugar together in a bowl for topping; cut butter into the flour mixture until you have pea-sized crumbs. Set aside.
  • Beat margarine and white sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Beat egg and vanilla into the butter mixture.
  • Mix 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a separate bowl; gradually beat into the butter mixture. Fold zucchini, cranberries, and walnuts into the mixture; spoon into prepared muffin cups, filling nearly to the top. Sprinkle reserved topping mixture onto the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.2 calories, Carbohydrate 38.6 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 272 mg, Sugar 22 g

CRANBERRY-ZUCCHINI MUFFINS



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This recipe is from Martha Stewart's Baking Handbook. I was looking for a lighter muffin recipe to try and stumbled across this one online. The zucchini keeps the muffins extremely moist without having to add a whole lot of oil. The cranberries pop in the oven and add a sour, gooeyness that I just love. If fresh cranberries aren't in season, the frozen ones work just fine.

Provided by Diet It Up

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 3/4 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup zucchini, finely shredded
1/2 cup cranberries, whole

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • The dry team goes in one bowl (flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt).
  • The wet team goes in a separate bowl (eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla and zucchini).
  • Combine the wet team and dry team, add the cranberries and stir until just mixed.
  • Spoon the batter evenly into 12 muffin cups.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes.

CRANBERRY ZUCCHINI BREAD



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Nutmeg and cinnamon add spice to these flavorful loaves. The flecks of green zucchini and red cranberries give each slice a festive look that's just right for the holidays. -Alice Manzo, South Easton, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 eggs
1-1/2 cups shredded zucchini
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredient. In another bowl, beat eggs; add zucchini, oil and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until blended. Fold in the cranberries and walnuts. Pour into two greased and floured 8x4-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ZUCCHINI, CRANBERRY AND PECAN MUFFINS



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It's that time of year when my friend's garden is overflowing with giant zucchini's and winter squash. Obliged to take some off of her hands, I decided to make the perfect zucchini muffins. These are simply delicious, and make a great choice in the morning with coffee or tea. If you feel like getting even more creative,...

Provided by Darci Juris

Categories     Savory Breads

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 eggs, beaten
2/3 c unsalted butter, melted
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 Tbsp lemon juice
3 c zucchini, grated
3 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp nutmeg
2 tsp baking soda
pinch salt
2 tsp cinnamon, ground
1 1/3 c sugar
1 c pecans, in pieces
1 c dried cranberries
2 Tbsp vegetable oil (only if batter is too dry)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, nutmeg, baking soda, cinnamon and sugar.
  • 3. In a separate bowl, combine eggs, butter, vanilla and lemon juice. Toss with the zucchini.
  • 4. Mix wet ingredients into dry. If batter seems to dry and sticky, add the vegetable oil, blend well. Fold in pecans and cranberries.
  • 5. Line muffin pan with muffin cups, or lightly butter or spray with baking oil, each muffin cup. Fill each cup all the way. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. To make a loaf, grease and flour a loaf pan, bake for 30-40 minutes.

CRANBERRY ZUCCHINI MUFFINS



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I made this recipe based on one of Martha Stewart's recipes. I love cranberries in baked things...the tartness of them. Delicious!! The zucchini adds a little something without being the major flavor. Hope you enjoy them as much as I have! Note: You can substitute the applesauce with oil, I just prefer to use applesauce. Also, the cups will be quite full when you fill them, but I haven't had any trouble with them spilling over.

Provided by rbrynsaas

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 25m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup grated zucchini
1/2 cup cranberries, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F Grease muffin tin; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugars, applesauce and vanilla. Stir in the zucchini.
  • Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, and stir to combine; do not overmix. Using a rubber spatula fold in the cranberries. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 cups.
  • Bake, rotating the pan halfway through, until the muffins are golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes. Turn the muffins on their sides in their cups, and cool.
  • Bread Variation: Follow instructions for muffins, transferring batter to a 9x5 loaf pan, buttered or sprayed with non-stick spray. Bake at 375 F, rotating the pan halfway through, 45-50 minutes. Transfer to wire rack to cool before serving.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and firm zucchini: To ensure the best flavor and texture, use fresh zucchini that is firm and free of blemishes.
  • Grate the zucchini finely: Finely grating the zucchini will help it distribute evenly throughout the muffins and provide a moist texture.
  • Use a combination of flours: Using both all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour will provide a good balance of flavor and texture, making the muffins light and fluffy with a slightly nutty flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter can result in tough muffins, so mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Fill the muffin cups evenly: To ensure even baking, fill each muffin cup evenly with batter.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean: This is the best way to determine if the muffins are done baking.
  • Let the muffins cool before serving: Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes before serving to allow them to set and develop their full flavor.

Conclusion:

These zucchini and cranberry mini muffins are a delicious and nutritious treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. They are packed with wholesome ingredients like zucchini, cranberries, and whole wheat flour, making them a healthier choice than traditional muffins. The muffins are also easy to make and can be stored for several days, making them a convenient option for busy families. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or a healthy snack, these zucchini and cranberry mini muffins are sure to please.

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