Cranberry-Infused Pumpkin Muffins
These delightful Cranberry-Infused Pumpkin Muffins bring together the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin and the tart brightness of fresh cranberries. Perfect for breakfast or a tasty snack, these muffins are moist, flavorful, and bursting with the goodness of autumn spices. Ideal for sharing with family and friends, this recipe is simple enough for any home baker. Enjoy them warm, right out of the oven, or save them for later—either way, they’re a delicious treat that’s sure to please a crowd.
12-18
Servings
125
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Eggs
2 (slightly beaten)
Sugar
2 cups (granulated)
Cooking Oil
1/2 cup (neutral-flavored)
Pumpkin
1 cup (canned or pureed fresh)
All-Purpose Flour
2 1/4 cups (sifted)
Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 tablespoon (or to taste)
Baking Soda
1 teaspoon (fresh)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (fine)
Fresh or Frozen Cranberries
1 cup (chopped if large)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your muffin pans or line them with paper liners.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the slightly beaten eggs, sugar, cooking oil, and pumpkin. Whisk together until the mixture is smooth and well-blended.
3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and salt. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
4
Pour the pumpkin mixture into the well of the dry ingredients. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined—be careful not to over-mix.
5
Fold in the chopped cranberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pans, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 to 30 minutes, checking for doneness around the 20-minute mark by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean.
8
Once done, allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
20g
Carbs
1g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cranberry-Infused Pumpkin Muffins?
They are moist, flavorful muffins that combine the warm taste of pumpkin with the tart brightness of fresh cranberries and autumn spices.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How should I prepare the muffin pans?
You should lightly grease the muffin pans or line them with paper liners.
How many muffins does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes between 12 and 18 muffins.
What ingredients are used for the wet mixture?
The wet mixture consists of 2 slightly beaten eggs, 2 cups of sugar, 1/2 cup of neutral-flavored cooking oil, and 1 cup of pumpkin.
What dry ingredients are needed for this recipe?
You will need 2 1/4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice, 1 teaspoon of fresh baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of fine salt.
Can I use fresh pumpkin for these muffins?
Yes, you can use either canned pumpkin or pureed fresh pumpkin.
What type of cranberries should I use?
You can use 1 cup of either fresh or frozen cranberries; chop them if they are large.
How do I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the pumpkin mixture in, then gently fold until just combined without over-mixing.
How much batter should I put in each muffin cup?
Each muffin cup should be filled about 2/3 full.
What is the total baking time for these muffins?
The muffins should bake for approximately 25 to 30 minutes.
How do I check if the muffins are done?
Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean, the muffins are done.
When should I first check the muffins in the oven?
It is recommended to check for doneness around the 20-minute mark.
How long should the muffins cool in the pan?
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before moving them.
What is the final cooling step?
Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely after the initial pan cooling.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 125 calories.
How much fat is in one muffin?
There are 5 grams of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate content of these muffins?
Each muffin has 20 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is in these muffins?
There is 1 gram of protein per serving.
Are these muffins suitable for breakfast?
Yes, they are described as perfect for breakfast or as a tasty snack.
What category does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized under Quick Breads.
How many main ingredients are required?
The recipe requires 9 main ingredients.
Can I adjust the amount of pumpkin pie spice?
Yes, you can use 1 tablespoon or adjust it to your personal taste.
What type of oil should be used?
A neutral-flavored cooking oil is recommended.
Is the flour used in this recipe sifted?
Yes, the recipe calls for 2 1/4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
Are these muffins appropriate for beginners?
Yes, the recipe is described as simple enough for any home baker.
How should the eggs be prepared before mixing?
The 2 eggs should be slightly beaten before being combined with other wet ingredients.
Can these muffins be served warm?
Yes, they can be enjoyed warm right out of the oven or saved for later.
What type of sugar is best for this recipe?
Granulated sugar is recommended for this recipe.
What kind of salt should I use?
The recipe specifies using fine salt.