Vegan Cranberry Orange Banana Muffins
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Vegan Cranberry Orange Banana Muffins, where have you been all my life? We are loving the extraordinary healthy combination of oranges, bananas and cranberries together which pack an explosive combination of sweet and tart fruity flavors bursting away in every bite of these delicious muffins!
Those amazing cranberries are just poppin’ in these luscious orange banana bread muffins and we want to eat them all, just like these Vegan Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Muffins, these Easy Vegan Fluffy Blueberry Muffins and these Healthy Vegan Blueberry Tahini Oat Muffins!
Why You’ll Love These Healthy Cranberry Orange Banana Muffins
Do you enjoy indulging in baked goods but feel guilty about the unhealthy ingredients? Say goodbye to that guilt and hello to delicious, guilt-free treats with vegan cranberry orange banana bread muffins! Packed with wholesome, plant-based ingredients and bursting with a balance of sweet and tart flavors, these muffins are a game-changer for both your taste buds and your health.
Cranberries are thought to be a really healthy food because they have lots of good nutrients and antioxidants. Studies have shown that these nutrients can help prevent UTIs, certain kinds of cancer, and can make your immune system stronger. They can also help lower your blood pressure, so the more the merrier, right?
These cranberry orange muffins are very delicious, like banana bread muffins with a twist! Very tasty and is egg-free using bananas, applesauce and your preferred oil to make them super moist and delicious! Feel free to add more sugar to the muffins, if you like, if you feel they aren’t sweet enough when tasting the batter as you know, cranberries are super tart!
You can make them extra decadent by adding a lovely orange cream frosting on top or just a simple vanilla glaze of 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar and a little orange juice or milk of choice with some vanilla extract.
Get ready to to whip up these heavenly muffins and never look back at traditional, unhealthy alternatives. Plus, if you love a delicious orange frosting on top, feel free to take these to the next level! These are super yummy for Christmas or Thanksgiving morning!
Ingredients You Need
healthy Cranberry Orange Banana Bread Muffins recipe
- 2 large ripe bananas or 1 cup mashed – measured
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup oil of choice or melted vegan butter, cooled to room temperature
- 2/3 cup sugar of choice, can add up to 1 cup if want sweeter
- 1/2 cup orange juice or juice from 2 oranges
- 2 cups all purpose flour or gluten free flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: For extra orange punch of flavor: 1 ½ tablespoons orange zest
- 1 cup fresh cranberries or frozen, add 1/2 cup more if desired.
- Add-ins – 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 ½ cups regular or non-dairy chocolate chips
Orange Cream Cheese Frosting or see shortcut option for Frosting
- 1 8 oz regular or vegan cream cheese room temp
- 1 1/2 – 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup orange juice or juice from 1 orange
- Choice of milk or non-dairy milk if needed
Instructions You Need to Make Your Vegan Cranberry Orange Muffins
Cranberry Orange Banana Bread Muffins
- Prepare a 12 muffin tin pan with cupcake liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a bowl, combine the mashed bananas, orange juice, sugar, oil and applesauce; mix well.
- Combine the dry ingredients, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and add to wet mixture, beating just until moistened. Stir in any add-ins and fill muffin tins equally for a 12 tin muffin pan.
- Bake at 350° in the oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes.
- Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to a wire rack to cool completely.
Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
- In a bowl, whip the cream cheese until creamy, add in confectioners sugar and orange juice and beat until you get consistency you want.
- Frost muffins if desired.
Shortcut Orange Frosting Options
- Can sub frosting for store-bought vegan frosting, but add in a couple of tablespoons of orange juice into frosting and mix well, then frost your cranberry muffins!
More Variations for Your Vegan Orange Cranberry Muffins
- Add some chopped apples, or some nuts such as pecans or walnuts or even add a crumble topping to the top of your muffins!
How To Store Cranberry Orange Muffins
- Room Temperature: Muffins taste best when they are at room temperature. To keep them fresh, you can store them in a sealable bag or a container. Some people say to put a paper towel at the bottom to soak up any extra water. But as long as your muffins have cooled down before you store them, you might not need to do this. If you use n airtight container, you can also put a piece of bread in there. The bread will also soak up any extra moisture. Make sure to eat your muffins within 2-3 days for the best taste.
- Freezer: Put the muffins in a bag or airtight container that can go in the freezer. Make sure they are packed tightly, but not squished. Get rid of extra air. Write the date and name of the recipe on the bag or container.
In conclusion, incorporating plant-based foods into our diets not only benefits our health and the environment, but also offers endless opportunities for creativity in the kitchen. And what better way to indulge in the delicious flavors of fall than with these vegan cranberry orange banana bread muffins?
As we’ve learned, by making small changes like choosing plant-based options, we can make a big impact. So why not try out this Vegan Cranberry Orange Banana Muffins recipe and share it with your friends and family? And who knows, maybe these muffins will become your go-to treat all year round.
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Cranberry Orange Banana Bread Muffins
Ingredients
Cranberry Orange Banana Bread Muffins
- 2 large ripe bananas or 1 cup mashed - measured
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup oil of choice or melted vegan butter cooled to room temperature
- 2/3 cup sugar of choice can add up to 1 cup if want sweeter
- 1/2 cup orange juice or juice from 2 oranges
- 2 cups all purpose flour or gluten free flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: For extra orange punch of flavor: 1 ½ tablespoons orange zest
- 1 cup cranberries frozen or fresh add 1/2 cup more if desired.
- Add-ins - 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 ½ cups regular or non-dairy chocolate chips
Orange Cream Cheese Frosting or see shortcut option in NOTES
- 1 8 oz vegan cream cheese room temp
- 1 1/2 - 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup orange juice or juice from 1 orange
- non-dairy milk if needed for creaminess
Instructions
Cranberry Orange Banana Bread Muffins
- Prepare a 12 muffin tin pan with cupcake liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a bowl, combine the mashed bananas, orange juice, sugar, oil and applesauce; mix well.
- Combine the dry ingredients, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and add to wet mixture, beating just until moistened. Stir in any add-ins and fill muffin tins equally for a 12 tin muffin pan.
- Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 25-30 minutes.
- Cool for 10 minutes; remove from pans to a wire rack to cool completely.
Orange Cream Cheese Frosting
- In a bowl, whip the cream cheese until creamy, add in confectioners sugar and orange juice and beat until you get consistency you want.
- Frost muffins if desired
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