Cranberry Bliss Muffins: A Festive Delight for Every Occasion

Cranberry Muffins Recipe 🧁

Overview:

Delicious cranberry muffins are perfect for chilly mornings when cranberries are in season. This recipe, sourced from a cherished church cookbook, yields soft, fluffy muffins bursting with tart cranberry flavor, complemented by hints of vanilla and nutmeg. With a total preparation time of just 50 minutes, including 30 minutes of baking, these muffins are a quick and delightful treat for any occasion.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 161.7 per serving
• Fat Content: 6.1g
• Saturated Fat Content: 3.6g
• Cholesterol Content: 35.2mg
• Sodium Content: 129.5mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 24.8g
• Fiber Content: 0.8g
• Sugar Content: 13g
• Protein Content: 2.5g

Ingredients:

• 1/2 vanilla bean
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups flour
• 1/4 cup baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup milk
• 2 cups cranberries
• 1/2 cup sugar (for topping)
• 2 teaspoons nutmeg

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare muffin tins: Either line them with paper liners or grease the muffin cups with butter or cooking spray.
3. Prepare vanilla sugar: Place the pieces of vanilla bean and sugar in a food processor or blender, then process until the vanilla bean is ground into tiny brown flecks, infusing the sugar with its aromatic flavor.
4. Cream vanilla sugar and butter: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the vanilla sugar and butter until smooth and creamy.
5. Incorporate eggs: Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition, until fully incorporated into the mixture.
6. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
7. Alternate additions: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the batter, alternating with the milk, and mix until well combined. Ensure not to overmix.
8. Fold in cranberries: Gently fold in the cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter, being careful not to crush them.
9. Fill muffin cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
10. Prepare topping: In a small cup, mix together the remaining sugar and nutmeg.
11. Sprinkle topping: Sprinkle the sugar-nutmeg mixture evenly over the tops of the muffins, adding a delightful crunch and aromatic sweetness.
12. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 25-35 minutes, or until the muffins are lightly golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
13. Cool and enjoy: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the irresistible aroma and flavor of these homemade cranberry muffins!

Yield:

This recipe yields approximately 18-24 muffins, depending on the size of your muffin cups.

Cooking Times:

These time estimates are approximate and may vary depending on individual cooking equipment and techniques. Adjustments may be needed for optimal results. Enjoy your baking adventure! 🎉