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Flavorful Cranberry Orange Muffins Recipe Easy Homemade Panera Copycat

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These cranberry orange muffins combine the sweet-tart zing of cranberries with the bright citrus burst of orange in a soft, fluffy muffin. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack, they deliver a moist crumb and vibrant flavor reminiscent of Panera Bread.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Zest of 1 large orange (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 cup (about 100g) fresh cranberries, washed and patted dry
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) buttermilk (or milk plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and orange zest until well combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg lightly. Add the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, then whisk until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  5. Gently fold in the fresh cranberries, being careful not to break them.
  6. Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, starting to check at 18 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the muffins are done.
  8. Remove muffins from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To prevent cranberries from sinking, toss them in a little flour before folding into the batter. Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender. Use fresh orange zest for best flavor. If buttermilk is unavailable, mix 3/4 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes before use.

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