These Healthy Cranberry Orange Muffins are a delightful and nutritious way to start your day, packed with the tangy flavor of cranberries and the zest of fresh oranges.
Author:Olivia Clara
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:12 muffins 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
1 orange, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, almond flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
In another bowl, combine the honey (or maple syrup), applesauce, orange juice, and orange zest.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped cranberries and walnuts if using.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a sweeter muffin, increase the honey or maple syrup to taste.
These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Feel free to substitute dried cranberries if fresh ones are not available.