Searching for a tantalizing breakfast option that combines the richness of cream cheese with the tangy zest of cranberries? Cream cheese cranberry muffins are an irresistible treat that promise a delightful culinary experience. These delectable muffins offer the perfect balance of flavors and textures, with a moist and tender crumb enveloped in a sweet and tangy glaze. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply seeking a cozy morning treat, this scrumptious recipe will lead you to a muffin that is sure to be a hit.
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CREAM CHEESE CRANBERRY MUFFINS
Moist and chock-full of colorful berries, these marvelous muffins are a seasonal specialty of Mrs. Leonard Keszler, Bismarck, North Dakota. "They are light and tasty, and they freeze very well," she says.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; stir into creamed mixture just until moistened. Fold in cranberries and pecans. , Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the muffins comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. , Combine confectioners' sugar and milk; drizzle over muffins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CRANBERRY-ORANGE TEA BREAD MUFFINS W/ ORANGE CREAM CHEESE GLAZE
Cranberry-Orange Bread has been a holiday favorite of mine for years. These miniature muffins are perfect for gifts, dessert, or Christmas morning.
Provided by KathyP53
Categories Breads
Time 1h
Yield 24 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Bake pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan 8-10 minutes or until toasted and fragrant, stirring occasionally,.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Pulse cranberries and sugar in a food processor 3-4 times or just until chopped.
- Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Add eggs, beating until well blended. Gradually add flour mixture alternately with orange juice, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Beat at low speed until blended after each addition. Stir in cranberry mixture and pecans.
- Place baking cups in miniature muffin pans; coat with cooking spray. Spoon batter into baking cups, filling completely.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center of muffin comes out clean. Remove from pans to a wire rack. Spoon Orange Cream Cheese Glaze over warm muffins.
- Orange Cream Cheese Glaze: Beat one 3 oz. package of softened cream cheese at medium speed until creamy. Add 1 tablespoons orange juice and 1/4 tsp of vanilla; beat until smooth. Gradually add 1 1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar, beating until smooth.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.9, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 17.8, Sodium 147.1, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 16.8, Protein 1.9
CREAM CHEESE CRANBERRY MUFFINS
Moist and full of cranberries. Sweet with just enough tartness! Easy to make! These muffins are light and tasty and they freeze very well. I found the recipe in Christmas edition magazine from Dec 06 and just tried them last week. I have made them twice now! We all love them. I omit the pecans as my husband cannot eat nuts and we do not miss them!
Provided by Pvt Amys Mom
Categories Quick Breads
Time 35m
Yield 24 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, cream cheese, sugar and vanilla.
- Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir into creamed mixture just until moistened.
- Fold in cranberries and pecans.
- (I put the cranberries in the food processor the first time I made them and this last time I just rough chopped them).
- Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full.
- Bake at 350 degrees 20-25 minutes or until a tooth-pick comes out clean.
- Cool for 5 minutes before moving to wire racks.
CRANBERRY AND CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS
Make and share this Cranberry and Cream Cheese Muffins recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lvs2Cook
Categories Quick Breads
Time 50m
Yield 18-24 muffins
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350º. Spray or lightly butter muffin tins. You can also use cupcake liners.
- Beat together butter, cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and eggs.
- Mix together in another bowl: flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold in cranberries and nuts. Add to wet ingredients. Stir until just combined ~ do not over stir.
- Immediately fill muffin tins 2/3 full with batter.
- Bake until inserted toothpick comes out clean, about 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool 3 to 5 minutes before removing from pans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.9, Fat 18.1, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 88, Sodium 220.9, Carbohydrate 30.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 17.4, Protein 4.3
CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE MUFFINS
The sweet creamy filling in these cranberry muffins makes them popular at my house. The tender treats also have a crispy sugar topping that is bound to be a hit. -Sharon Hartman, Twin Falls, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and 2 tablespoons sugar until smooth; set aside. Place the bread mix in another bowl. Combine the milk, oil and egg; stir into bread mix just until moistened. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups one-fourth full with batter. Place 2 teaspoons cream cheese mixture in the center of each; top with remaining batter. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. , Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 210mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- For a sweeter muffin, use a sweeter variety of cranberries, such as the Red Star variety.
- If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
- To make sure the muffins are cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin. If it comes out clean, the muffins are done.
- These muffins are best when served warm. You can reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds or warm them in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-10 minutes.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Cream cheese cranberry muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual brunch to a holiday party. With their moist and flavorful crumb and sweet and tangy cranberries, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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