Sure! Here’s the recipe for Sparkling Cranberry Muffins, perfect for those chilly days when you crave something warm and comforting.
Sparkling Cranberry Muffins
Description: These warm cranberry muffins, dipped in melted butter and then sugar, would be a delight on a cold snowy afternoon.
Recipe Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Fruit, < 60 Mins, Oven, Easy
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
Review Count: 5 reviews
Calories: 240.4 per serving
Fat Content: 12.2 grams
Saturated Fat Content: 7.5 grams
Cholesterol Content: 48.1 milligrams
Sodium Content: 245.7 milligrams
Carbohydrate Content: 30.5 grams
Fiber Content: 1 gram
Sugar Content: 13.5 grams
Protein Content: 2.9 grams
Servings: 12 muffins
Total Time: 35 minutes
| Preparation Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 15 minutes | 20 minutes | 35 minutes |
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 cups frozen cranberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar (for cranberry mixture)
- 1/3 cup sugar (for muffin mixture)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar (for muffin mixture)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter (plus extra for dipping)
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup sugar (for dipping)
Instructions:
-
Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
-
Prepare Cranberries: In a small bowl, combine the fresh cranberries and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Set aside.
-
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the flour, 1/3 cup of sugar, baking powder, and salt.
-
Incorporate Butter: Cut in the 1/2 cup of butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
-
Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the orange juice and egg just until moistened.
-
Fold in Cranberries: Gently fold in the cranberry-sugar mixture.
-
Fill Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter into greased or paper-lined muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
-
Bake: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
-
Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove them from the pan.
-
Dip in Butter and Sugar: While the muffins are still warm, dip the tops in melted butter, then in sugar, coating evenly.
-
Serve: Serve the muffins warm and enjoy the sparkling cranberry goodness!
These Sparkling Cranberry Muffins are a delightful treat that’s easy to make and perfect for sharing with loved ones. They’re bursting with tart cranberry flavor, balanced by the sweetness of sugar, making them an irresistible addition to any breakfast or brunch table. So, why wait? Gather your ingredients and bake up a batch today for a cozy and delicious experience! 🧁✨
