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Leftover Cranberry Sauce Muffins

Leftover Cranberry Sauce Muffins

The ultimate comfort food, these Leftover Cranberry Sauce Muffins are fluffy, sweet, and tangy, perfect for any time of day. Packed with the flavors of fall and made from leftover cranberry sauce, they are a simple solution for using up holiday leftovers. Make them tonight for a cozy treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup + 3 tablespoons Rolled oats Reserve the 3 tablespoons for topping.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cups Leftover cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup Milk Can substitute with almond milk.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable oil
  • 1 each Egg

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Oven
  • Whisk
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Grease a 12-cup standard-size muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, rolled oats (reserve the extra 3 tablespoons for topping), brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. In a separate medium bowl, combine the leftover cranberry sauce, milk, vegetable oil, and egg.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until blended.
  6. Divide the batter between the 12 muffin cups, filling them about three-quarters full.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved rolled oats on top of each muffin.
  8. Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
  9. Once done, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about five minutes.
  10. Carefully take the muffins out of the tin and serve warm.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store any leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze these muffins for up to three months.
  • Tip 3: These muffins pair wonderfully with a warm cup of coffee or tea.
  • Tip 4: Feel free to experiment with spices or add-ins.
  • Tip 5: Serve these muffins at gatherings or holiday parties.