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Cranberry Orange Oat Muffins are a delightful way to start your day or enjoy as a nutritious snack. Bursting with the tangy flavor of fresh cranberries and the bright zest of orange, these muffins not only tantalize your taste buds but are also packed with wholesome ingredients that contribute to a balanced diet. Perfect for breakfast on the go or a cozy afternoon treat, this recipe combines rolled oats, nuts, and a hint of cinnamon to create a muffin that is both satisfying and nutritious. In this article, we’ll explore the origins and health benefits of the key ingredients, along with step-by-step instructions to create these mouthwatering muffins that will surely become a favorite in your household.

Cranberry Orange Oat Muffins

Discover the deliciously healthy Cranberry Orange Oat Muffins, perfect for breakfast or a nourishing snack. Bursting with the tangy flavor of cranberries and the refreshing zest of oranges, these muffins are made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats and nuts. Enjoy them as a filling treat that supports heart health and boosts your energy. Follow our step-by-step instructions to create these delightful muffins that will brighten your day!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup rolled oats

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil

1 large egg

1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1/2 tablespoon vinegar to create a buttermilk substitute)

Zest of 1 large orange

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, roughly chopped

1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for your batter.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Stir until well combined.

      Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, egg, buttermilk, and orange zest until thoroughly mixed.

        Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter will be thick.

          Add Cranberries and Nuts: Fold in the chopped cranberries and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

            Fill Muffin Tins: Divide the batter equally among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. If you have leftover cranberries or nuts, feel free to sprinkle them on top for an extra decorative touch.

              Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

                Cool Down: Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

                  Serve and Enjoy: These muffins are delightful served warm and can be enjoyed plain or with a smear of butter or cream cheese.

                    Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 30 min | 12 muffins