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Ina Garten Cranberry Muffins

Fluffy Ina Garten Cranberry Muffins with a Zesty Twist

Enjoy soft and moist Ina Garten Cranberry Muffins with a zesty kick of orange. Perfect for breakfast or gatherings!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups flour gluten-free flour blend can work well for gluten-free muffins
  • 1 cup sugar brown sugar can deepen the flavor beautifully
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 0.5 tsp baking soda no substitutes necessary
  • 0.5 tsp salt balances the sweetness
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon omit if you prefer a tart muffin
  • 0.5 cups melted butter vegetable oil is a good alternative
  • 2 pieces eggs for a vegan option, use flax eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract almond extract can be a substitute
  • 0.5 cups buttermilk milk with a splash of vinegar can mimic buttermilk
  • 1 piece zest of orange must for flavor enhancement
  • 1.5 cups cranberries fresh or frozen work well
Optional Topping
  • 0.25 cups sugar adds crunch
  • 0.25 tsp cinnamon optional for topping

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and orange zest.
  3. In another bowl, blend melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in cranberries carefully into the batter.
  6. Fill each muffin cup almost to the top with batter and sprinkle optional topping if desired.
  7. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes, then lower to 375°F (190°C) for another 15-20 minutes.
  8. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overmixing to maintain a soft texture.

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