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Cranberry Sauce Coffee Cake Muffins: The Best Easy Recipe to Try

Cranberry Sauce Coffee Cake Muffins

A deliciously moist muffin made with cranberry sauce, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fold in the cranberry sauce until evenly distributed.
  7. Divide the batter among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add some chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
  • These muffins can be made ahead and stored for a quick breakfast option.

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Keywords: Cranberry Sauce, Coffee Cake, Muffins