Cranberry Orange Cupcakes
Cranberry Orange Cupcakes are a delightful fusion of tart cranberries and zesty oranges, creating a refreshing treat perfect for any occasion. These fluffy and moist cupcakes not only brighten your dessert table but also bring joy to holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. Topped with a light glaze or enjoyed plain, they are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries (chopped if dried)
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in orange zest.
- Gradually alternate adding the dry mixture and milk to the butter mixture until just combined. Fold in cranberries gently.
- Fill cupcake liners about two-thirds full and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool on a rack before frosting or serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg