Perfect for holiday mornings or anytime you crave a delightful sweet treat, these White Chocolate Cranberry Muffins are a delicious combination of tart and sweet. The cranberries add a refreshing burst of flavor, while the white chocolate chips provide a creamy sweetness that balances the tartness perfectly. These muffins are moist, fluffy, and studded with festive pops of red and white, making them as beautiful as they are tasty. Whether you’re serving them with coffee or as a quick grab-and-go breakfast, these muffins are sure to become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries (roughly chopped if large)
- 3/4 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with nonstick spray.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.
- Add Mix-ins: Gently fold in the cranberries and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- For an extra festive touch, sprinkle a few white chocolate chips on top of the batter before baking.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
Enjoy these delightful muffins with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy, sweet moment!
