Description
Celebrate the festive season with these delicious Christmas Muffins, bursting with warm spices, cranberries, and crunchy walnuts. Perfectly moist and flavorful, these muffins bring a cozy holiday vibe to your breakfast or snack table.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it ready for baking the muffins evenly.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg to distribute the leavening and spices.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and keep the muffins tender.
- Add cranberries and walnuts: Fold the dried cranberries and chopped walnuts into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout.
- Fill muffin cups: Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow space for rising.
- Bake the muffins: Place the muffin tray in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool and serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or other nuts if preferred.
- For a dairy-free version, replace milk with almond or oat milk and use a plant-based butter alternative.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a simple glaze for extra festivity before serving.
