Cranberry upside down muffins marry the best aspects of scones and muffins into one delightful treat. They have a crisp, sugary top, tender muffin crumb, and plenty of juicy bursts of cranberries in every bite. This article will provide you with the essential steps and guidance to create mouthwatering cranberry upside down muffins in the comfort of your own kitchen. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice looking for a rewarding baking project, this article will provide valuable insights and tips to help you achieve muffin perfection.
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CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN MUFFINS
Fresh cranberries are readily available here, so I cook with them often. The sweet-tart taste of these pretty muffins adds a festive touch to special-occasion suppers. -Michele Briasco-Brin, Fall River, Massachusetts
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 50m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a small saucepan, combine cranberries and sugar. Cover and cook over low heat until juice forms. Uncover; cook and stir over medium heat for 10 minutes or until berries pop. Stir in nutmeg; cool slightly. Spoon into 12 paper-lined muffin cups; set aside., In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, oil and lemon extract; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in walnuts. Spoon over cranberry mixture. , Bake 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Carefully remove paper liners and serve muffins warm, cranberry side up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CRANBERRY UPSIDE DOWN MUFFINS
I love muffins, and have to admit these are special. The cranberry topping is delicious in it's own right and sets this muffin a notch above all others!
Provided by MarieRynr
Categories Quick Breads
Time 40m
Yield 1 1/2 Dozen
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl; mix well.
- Add milk, butter and egg; stir just until moistened.
- Set aside.
- Prepare Cranberry Topping; (Combine ingredients in a small saucepan, Cook over medium heat until sugar is dissolved).
- Spoon topping into 18 greased muffin cups.
- Spoon batter over topping, filling each cup 2/3 full.
- Bake at 400 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes, until a toothpick tests clean.
- Immediately invert onto a wire rack set over wax paper; serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2304.7, Fat 107.9, SaturatedFat 54.5, Cholesterol 359.2, Sodium 2485.4, Carbohydrate 301.2, Fiber 11.6, Sugar 117.9, Protein 41.2
CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN MUFFINS
Categories Bread Bake Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Cranberry Gourmet Small Plates
Yield Makes 12 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a saucepan combine the cranberries, 1 cup of the sugar, and the nutmeg, cook the mixture over moderately high heat, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved, and boil it, covered, for 3 minutes. Simmer the mixture, uncovered, stirring, for 3 minutes and let it cool.
- Into a bowl sift together the flour, the baking powder, the remaining 1/4 cup sugar, and the salt. In another bowl whisk together the egg, the butter, and the milk, add the mixture to the flour mixture, and stir the batter until it is just combined. Divide the cranberry mixture among 12 well-buttered 1/2-cup muffin tins, top it with the batter, and bake the muffins in the middle of a preheated 400°F. oven for 25 minutes, or until they are golden. Let the muffins cool in the tins for 2 minutes and invert them onto a rack.
CRANBERRY UPSIDE DOWN MUFFINS
This recipe came from "Joy of Baking" Hope you will give them a try!
Provided by Carol Junkins
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 400 df Place a rack in the middle of oven. Butter well or spray, with a non stick vegetable pray, 12 muffins tins.
- 2. CRANBERRY SAUCE: In a medium saucepan place the cranberries, sugar, orange juice (or water), and orange zest. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar dessolves and the cranberries start to pop open, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly while you make the batter.
- 3. MUFFIN BATTER: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- 4. Add the milk and egg mixture to the flour mixture. Stir just until cominbined. DO NOT over mix the batter or the muffins will be tough when baked.
- 5. Evenly divide the cranberry mixture among the 12 well greased muffin cups and then evenly spoon the batter over the cranberry sauce. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, and then invert them onto a cooling rack so the cranberry topping is face up. Makes 12 regular sized muffins.
CRANBERRY UPSIDE-DOWN MUFFINS
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 F. Grease muffin tins. Combine oats and soy milk in a large bowl. Set aside. Sift together flour, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cream of tartar and baking soda. Stir in brown sugar. Whisk egg replacer and water until light and foamy. Combine egg replacer, applesauce and oat mixture. Mix well. Add dry ingredients and mix just until blended. Do not overmix. Place 2 teaspoons of cranberry sauce in bottom of each muffin cup. Fill muffin cups 2/3 full with batter. Bake until a toothpick inserted into middle of muffin comes out clean, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven, cool for 2 minutes and invert muffins onto wire racks to finish cooling. Serve warm or at room temperature. Makes 24 muffins NOTE: *If using whole eggs instead of egg replacer, do not add 1/2 cup water.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
- If using frozen cranberries, thaw them before using.
- Gently toss the cranberries in sugar to coat them evenly.
- Use a muffin tin lined with paper liners to make cleanup easy.
- Fill the muffin cups ¾ full of batter.
- Bake the muffins in a preheated oven at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Conclusion:
Cranberry upside-down muffins are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The muffins are moist and flavorful, with a sweet and tart cranberry topping. They are also a good source of fiber and vitamins. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give cranberry upside-down muffins a try. You won't be disappointed.
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