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Deliciously Tart Cranberry Orange Streusel Muffins

Cranberry Orange Streusel Muffins made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • Streusel topping: 1/4 cup flour 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons butter

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and both sugars.
  • In a separate bowl, combine melted butter, milk, egg, and orange zest. Mix well.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold in the cranberries.
  • In a small bowl, prepare the streusel topping by combining flour, brown sugar, and butter until crumbly.
  • Scoop the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  • Sprinkle the streusel topping generously over each muffin.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until muffins are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.