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Cranberry Orange Muffins

Cranberry Orange Muffins

Deliciously moist Cranberry Orange Muffins topped with a crumbly topping, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 54 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • mixer

Ingredients
  

Crumb Topping

  • cup brown sugar packed, light or dark
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • cup all-purpose flour [spooned & leveled](https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/how-to-measure-baking-ingredients/)

Muffins

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour [spooned & leveled](https://sallysbakingaddiction.com/how-to-measure-baking-ingredients/)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar packed, light or dark
  • 1 Tablespoon orange zest (from about 2 oranges)
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • ½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh orange juice
  • 2 Tablespoons milk (any kind), at room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups fresh cranberries (do not thaw)
  • coarse sparkling sugar for sprinkling on top (optional)

Orange Icing

  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh orange juice

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C). Spray a 12-count muffin pan with nonstick spray or line with cupcake liners. Set aside.
  • Make the crumb topping: Mix the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter together in a small bowl until combined. Add the flour and use a fork to gently mix until crumbs form.
  • Place in the refrigerator while you make the muffin batter.
  • Make the muffins: Whisk the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the orange zest and beat on medium speed for 1 minute. Add the eggs, yogurt/sour cream, and vanilla, and beat for 1 minute.
  • With the mixer on low speed, add the dry ingredients, orange juice, and milk, and beat until no flour pockets remain. Gently fold in the cranberries.
  • Spoon the batter into prepared muffin cups, filling them all the way to the top. Spoon crumb topping on each, gently pressing it down so it sticks.
  • Bake for 5 minutes at 425°F; then, without opening the oven, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C). Bake for an additional 16–19 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the muffins to cool for 5 minutes in the muffin pan, then transfer to a wire rack to continue cooling.
  • Make the icing: Whisk the confectioners’ sugar and orange juice together and drizzle over warm or cooled muffins.
  • Iced or plain muffins stay fresh covered at room temperature for a few days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

Optional coarse sparkling sugar can be used instead of crumb topping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Baking, Cranberry, Dessert, muffins, Orange
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