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Vegan Cranberry Orange Muffins

Vegan Cranberry Orange Muffins

These Vegan Cranberry Orange Muffins are bursting with bright citrus flavor and tart cranberries, making them a cheerful treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • muffin pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 1 large orange zested
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup plant-based milk such as oat or soy
  • ½ cup light oil such as canola or vegetable
  • ⅓ cup orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries if frozen no need to thaw

Orange Drizzle (optional)

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 - 5 teaspoons orange juice
  • Extra orange zest for topping

Instructions
 

Baking Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with parchment liners or lightly grease it.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, orange zest, baking powder, and salt.
  • Pour in the plant-based milk, oil, orange juice, and vanilla. Stir until just combined. The batter can be slightly lumpy—don’t overmix. Gently fold in the cranberries.
  • Scoop the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each almost to the top.
  • Bake for 22 to 28 minutes, until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely or enjoy warm.
  • Optional glaze: Once the muffins are fully cooled, whisk the powdered sugar with orange juice 1 teaspoon at a time until a thick but pourable glaze forms. Drizzle over muffins and top with extra zest, if desired. Allow icing to set before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Muffins can also be frozen for up to 2 months. For a gluten-free option, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend containing xanthan gum. For an oil-free option, replace the oil with unsweetened applesauce, noting the muffins will be softer and denser.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 140mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Breakfast Muffins, Cranberry Muffins, Healthy Muffins, Vegan Cranberry Orange Muffins, Vegan Desserts
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