These Cranberry Apple Muffins are the perfect blend of tart and sweet, offering a delightful burst of flavors in every bite. Packed with fresh cranberries and diced apples, these muffins have a moist and tender crumb, making them a delicious treat for breakfast or a mid-day snack. The tartness of the cranberries is beautifully balanced by the natural sweetness of apples, while a hint of cinnamon adds a warm, comforting touch. Easy to prepare and bake, these muffins are a wonderful way to enjoy the flavors of fall, but they’re delicious any time of the year!
Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh cranberries, roughly chopped
- 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and diced
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with cooking spray.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Prepare wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well blended.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the fruits: Gently fold in the chopped cranberries and diced apples until evenly distributed.
- Fill muffin cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!
These muffins are perfect for sharing or storing in an airtight container for up to three days. Enjoy them with a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy treat!
