Moist, fluffy, and completely plant-based, these vegan cranberry orange muffins are a sweet and tangy breakfast or snack treat.
Sweet, tangy, and moist, these plant-based muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack.
⏱ Time
Prep: 10 minutes | Bake: 20–25 minutes | Serves: 8 muffins
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
- ½ cup sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- Zest of 1 orange
- ¾ cup plant-based milk (soy, almond, oat)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gently fold in cranberries and orange zest.
3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together plant-based milk, oil, vanilla, and apple cider vinegar.
4️⃣ Combine & Fill Muffin Tin
- Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
- Spoon batter into muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
5️⃣ Bake
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Sweetness: Adjust sugar to taste; maple syrup can be used instead.
- Add-ins: Fold in chopped nuts, pumpkin seeds, or vegan chocolate chips.
- Gluten-free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Citrus boost: Add a splash of orange juice for extra tang.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for 2–3 days or freeze for longer.
🌿 Benefits of Vegan Cranberry Orange Muffins
Firstly, cranberries are rich in antioxidants, supporting immunity and urinary tract health.
Secondly, oranges provide vitamin C, enhancing overall immune function and skin health.
Moreover, these muffins are 100% plant-based, making them cholesterol-free and suitable for vegan diets.
In addition, using plant-based milk and oil reduces saturated fat, creating a heart-friendly baked treat.
Furthermore, whole grains or whole wheat flour (if used) provide fiber, aiding digestion and satiety.
As a result, these muffins are a nutritious, flavorful, and guilt-free snack or breakfast option.
Finally, they are easy to make, perfect for meal prep, brunch, or sharing with family and friends.
