Enjoy these delightful cranberry tangerine muffins bursting with tart cranberries and refreshing tangerine flavor. These muffins are perfectly moist and fluffy, making them a great treat for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you crave something sweet. With a hint of citrus and a pop of cranberry, they are sure to please your taste buds. Follow this simple recipe and indulge in the goodness of homemade muffins.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 tangerine, zest and juice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2/3 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the fresh cranberries and tangerine zest to the dry mixture, gently tossing to coat them.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, tangerine juice, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling them about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Interesting Facts
Cranberries are a native fruit to North America and packed with antioxidants.
Tangerines are a great source of vitamin C and can boost your immune system.
These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.