Soft, Fluffy & Drizzled with Sweet Orange Glaze ✨
If you’re looking for a bakery-style treat that feels like the holidays, these Cranberry Orange Muffins are exactly what you need.
They’re soft and fluffy, packed with juicy fresh cranberries, bursting with bright orange flavor, and finished with a sweet, glossy orange glaze that makes them completely irresistible.
Best of all?
👉 They’re made in just one bowl, with simple ingredients and no fancy equipment. Easy, festive, and foolproof!
✨ Why You’ll Love These Muffins
✔ Soft, moist, and fluffy texture
✔ Perfect balance of sweet and tart
✔ Fresh cranberries for juicy pops of flavor
✔ Bright citrus aroma from orange zest and juice
✔ One-bowl recipe = easy cleanup
✔ Ideal for holidays, brunch, or gifting 🎄
📝 Ingredients
For the Muffins:
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- ¾ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1½ cups fresh cranberries (halved if large)
For the Orange Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- ½ teaspoon orange zest (optional, for extra flavor)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat & Prepare
Preheat your oven to 190°C / 375°F.
Line a muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease it.
2️⃣ Mix the Wet Ingredients (One Bowl!)
In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Eggs
- Sugar
- Oil
- Orange juice
- Orange zest
- Vanilla
- Salt
Mix until smooth, glossy, and well combined.
🍊 The citrus aroma will already fill your kitchen!
3️⃣ Add the Dry Ingredients
Add the flour and baking powder directly into the bowl.
Gently mix just until no dry flour remains.
⚠️ Don’t overmix—this is the secret to fluffy muffins.
4️⃣ Fold in the Cranberries
Gently fold in the fresh cranberries, making sure they’re evenly distributed.
Those little red gems will burst beautifully as they bake!
5️⃣ Fill & Bake
Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups, filling them about ¾ full.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until:
✔ The tops are lightly golden
✔ A toothpick inserted comes out clean
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
🍊 Sweet Orange Glaze (The Finishing Touch)
In a small bowl, whisk: …
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