Cranberry Orange Muffins with Streusel
If you’re in search of a delightful treat for breakfast or a sweet snack, look no further than these Cranberry Orange Muffins with Streusel. Bursting with the zesty flavor of orange and the tartness of cranberries, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite. The buttery streusel topping not only adds crunch but also elevates the visual appeal of these muffins. They’re easy to prepare and can be made ahead, making them perfect for any occasion—be it a cozy brunch or a quick weekday breakfast on-the-go.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- â…“ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, milk, and orange zest.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in cranberries carefully and divide batter among muffin cups.
- For the streusel topping, mix brown sugar and flour in a bowl; cut in cubed butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over muffin batter.
- Bake muffins for 20-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg