Buttermilk Cranberry Muffins

Cranberries are native to North America and were used by Native Americans for their medicinal properties long before becoming a popular ingredient in recipes.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Buttermilk Cranberry Muffins

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Bakery, Breakfast, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2760

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Fresh or frozen cranberries
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the cranberries and orange zest.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
9. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack and let them cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 230kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 18g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.