LEMON ZEST - CRANBERRY MUFFINS

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I found this recipe somewhere a few years ago; it's pretty much my favourite muffin recipe. Besides being relatively low calorie (especially when compared to anything you're going to buy in a cafe), it's absolutely delicious! I'll warn you that it's not a super-sweet muffin, and that the cranberries are the real stars - I usually add more than the recipe calls for. Without the lemon zest, these lose their great texture, so don't leave it out.

Provided by candaceshaw

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 egg
1 1/4 cups milk
1/3 cup vegetable oil (I use olive)
1/3 cup honey (maple syrup works too)
2 teaspoons lemon zest
1 1/2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 dry ingredients in a small bowl, sifting well.
  • Combine egg, milk, oil honey, and lemon rind in a large bowl.
  • Add dry ingredients.
  • Stir just until dry ingredients are moistened. Fold in cranberries.
  • Spoon batter into greased muffin tins. Bake at 400 F for 20-25 min or until golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.8, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 19.1, Sodium 207.2, Carbohydrate 30.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 8.3, Protein 4.1

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