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Cream Cheese Cranberry Muffins

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Soft and tender cream cheese cranberry muffins bursting with tart cranberries, perfect for a delightful breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time to the cream cheese mixture, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract and sour cream until blended.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
  7. Fold in the cranberries gently to distribute evenly.
  8. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle some coarse sugar or orange zest on top before baking.

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