ZUCCHINI AND CRANBERRY MINI-MUFFINS

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Zucchini and Cranberry Mini-Muffins image

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     Bread     Breakfast     Brunch     Side     Bake     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Dinner     Cranberry     Pecan     Zucchini     Fall     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 24 mini-muffins

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole-wheat flour
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups zucchini, coarsely grated (from about 2 medium)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
Special Equipment
2 mini-muffin pans (preferably nonstick), each with 12 (1/8-cup) cups (each about 1 3/4 inches wide and 3/4 inch deep)

Steps:

  • Position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat to 375°F. Butter muffin cups (if pans are not nonstick, butter liberally or spray with nonstick cooking spray).
  • In large bowl, whisk together all-purpose and whole-wheat flours, cocoa, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in zucchini.
  • In medium bowl, whisk together eggs and brown sugar. Whisk in sour cream and oil. Fold wet mixture into dry until just combined (do not overmix). Gently fold in cranberries and pecans.
  • Divide batter among muffin cups, filling each cup 3/4 full. Bake until dark golden on top and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool in pan on rack 10 minutes, then serve warm or turn out onto rack to cool completely. (Muffins can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in airtight container at room temperature, or frozen in airtight container up to 2 weeks. Defrost in refrigerator, then rewarm, if desired, wrapped in foil in 300°F oven 7 to 10 minutes.)

Hussein Salem
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover zucchini. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Sardar Aman
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I've made these muffins several times now and they're always a hit. They're a delicious and healthy way to start the day.


Najiib Osman
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These muffins are perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack. They're also a great way to use up leftover zucchini.


Mahmouda Islam Shahida
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I love the combination of zucchini and cranberries in these muffins. It's a unique and delicious flavor.


Pewdipie Pewdipie
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These muffins are a great way to start the day. They're light and fluffy, with a moist crumb.


Nazeer Ahmed
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I made these muffins for a bake sale and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


mehvis Noor
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These muffins are a great way to get kids to eat their vegetables. The zucchini is hidden inside the muffins, so they won't even know they're eating it.


k.r Siva
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I've been looking for a healthy muffin recipe and these zucchini and cranberry muffins fit the bill. They're low in calories and fat, and they're packed with nutrients.


Max Williams
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I made these muffins with gluten-free flour and they turned out great. They're a delicious and healthy option for people with gluten sensitivities.


Aysha Gahi
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These muffins are a great way to use up leftover zucchini. They're also a healthy and delicious snack.


Dawood Raja
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I've made these muffins several times now and they're always a hit. They're perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.


Determined Judge
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These muffins were easy to make and turned out great. I used fresh zucchini from my garden and they were so flavorful.


Evalily Marsden
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I followed the recipe exactly and the muffins turned out perfectly. They're light and fluffy, with a moist crumb.


Karen Wangari
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I'm not a big fan of zucchini, but these muffins were surprisingly delicious. The cranberries and walnuts added a nice touch.


Maryam Kourichi
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I made these muffins for a brunch party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Chris Dubrick
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These muffins were a hit with my family! They're moist, flavorful, and have the perfect amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be making them again.