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    Home » Recipes » Muffins

    Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins

    Published: September 14, 2015 · Last Updated: May 5, 2022 by Heather · This post may contain affiliate links · 20 Comments

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    These pumpkin cranberry muffins are moist and delicious! At 170 calories each, they are a healthier way to enjoy your favorite fall flavor—pumpkin! So grab your cinnamon, cloves, and giver, and let's get started with some fall baking.

    overhead shot of pumpkin cranberry muffins

    It's hard to believe that my favorite season is right around the corner. After a hot and humid summer, there is nothing that I love more than the cool and crisp air of a fall afternoon. Although the official start to the season is still a couple weeks out, all signs point to autumn here in Ann Arbor.

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    closeup of pumpkin muffins with cranberries

    Why you'll love this recipe

    There's no doubt about it: Pumpkin is the quintessential fall flavor, and I especially love it in desserts. Pumpkin desserts are no stranger to the Sweet Precision Kitchen. In past years I've made my favorite pumpkin cookies, pumpkin cake, and pumpkin bread.

    This year I'm adding to the lineup with some tasty pumpkin muffins that are sure to leave your kitchen smelling divine. The delicate pumpkin flavor of these muffins is enhanced with tart cranberries. This recipe is a winner and can easily be doubled if you're bringing it to a larger function.

    pumpkin muffins on a sheet of parchment paper

    Why we use canned pumpkin

    Canned pumpkin offers the same health benefits as fresh, but is a little more convenient. It contributes both color and moistness to these fruit-filled muffins.

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    Recipe

    Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins

    These pumpkin cranberry muffins are moist and delicious! At 170 calories each, they are a healthier way to enjoy your favorite fall flavor—pumpkin! So grab your cinnamon, cloves, and giver, and let's get started with some fall baking.
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    5 from 1 vote
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Yield: 12 muffins

    Equipment

    • 12-count muffin pan
    • muffin liners

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • ¾ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup canned pumpkin
    • ½ cup low-fat buttermilk
    • ¼ cup light brown sugar packed
    • 2 tablespoons canola oil
    • 1 large egg
    • ⅔ cup sweetened dried cranberries chopped

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375°. Place 12 paper muffin cup liners in muffin cups; coat liners with cooking spray.
    • Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour, baking soda, and next 5 ingredients (though cloves); stir well with a whisk.
    • Combine granulated sugar and next 5 ingredients (through egg) in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended (about 3 minutes). Add flour mixture to sugar mixture; beat at low speed just until combined. Fold in cranberries.
    • Spoon batter into prepared cups. Bake at 375° for 25 minutes or until muffins spring back when touched lightly in center. Remove muffins from pan immediately; place on a wire rack.

    Notes and Tips

    Canned pumpkin offers the same health benefits as fresh, but is a little more convenient. It contributes both color and moistness to these fruit-filled muffins.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 3205IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Happy Baking!
    Heather

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    1. Lynz Real Cooking

      November 10, 2015 at 2:18 pm

      This is a wonderful recipe full of things I love! yum

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      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        November 10, 2015 at 4:07 pm

        Agreed, thank you so much! What I wouldn't give to have some of these muffins left over to munch on now. I guess I should have frozen some of them ;)

        Reply
    2. sprinklesandsauce

      October 01, 2015 at 3:16 am

      great combination! fall is a beautiful time of the year!

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      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        November 10, 2015 at 4:06 pm

        Thank you! It really is a beautiful season :)

        Reply
    3. Francesca

      September 22, 2015 at 9:25 am

      Hello Heather!
      Her Majesty is obsessed with pumpkin muffins and - of course - I had no idea where to start from to make her dreams come true!
      These muffins look fantastic and your recipe is just what I need. Thank you, dear! ????

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      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        September 22, 2015 at 10:15 am

        Thank you Francesca! There are so many good pumpkin recipes out there this time of year it's hard to know where to start! I enjoy tweaking recipes until I've found just the right combination :)

        Reply
    4. Mary Frances

      September 17, 2015 at 12:40 pm

      I've been hunting for all of the best looking pumpkin recipes, and this one definitely caught my eye. Delicious!

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      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        September 17, 2015 at 4:17 pm

        Thank you so much Mary! In terms of muffins, this recipe is definitely one of my favorites. I love extra punch of flavor that the cranberries add and I like that they aren't over the top in calories. Happy pumpkin recipe searching!

        Reply
    5. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl

      September 16, 2015 at 2:53 pm

      I am totally adding these to my Fall must make list! I love that pumpkin cranberry combo.

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      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        September 16, 2015 at 4:31 pm

        Yay! I feel like my fall baking list is exponentially growing by the day! I keep seeing new pumpkin or apple recipes that I want to try out :)

        Reply
    6. Just Add Attitude

      September 16, 2015 at 5:22 am

      I get you love the fall! ???? I like it too, not as much as spring summer but definitely better than winter. The muffins sound good, I wonder would I find tinned pumpkin here, I am going to have a look in some shops that I think migh likely stock it.

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      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        September 16, 2015 at 8:02 am

        It can be a tricky item to find here when it's not fall or around the holidays. I remember a few years ago there was actually a shortage and it was hard to come by. Sometimes I'll stick up on a few cans and save them for later! Good to hear from you B and hope that all is well! ☺️

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    7. cheri

      September 15, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      Hi Heather, love these guilt free muffins with fall flavors, can never get enough pumpkin.

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      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        September 16, 2015 at 8:05 am

        Thank you Cheri! I love everything pumpkin flavored in the fall! Now that I have some left over I find myself slipping it into many dishes! ????

        Reply
    8. chef mimi

      September 15, 2015 at 9:36 am

      Finally, the first pumpkin recipe!!! yay!!!

      Reply
      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        September 15, 2015 at 10:46 am

        I couldn't resist any longer!

        Reply
    9. MOM

      September 14, 2015 at 2:10 pm

      Oh my, I agree.! It seems like fall came upon us overnight. I was at the apple orchard last week and realized it was mid September already. I also love your fall cloud and agree with each of your fall pleasures. Cranberry and pumpkin go so well together. I'm sure these muffins are a delicious delight.

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      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        September 14, 2015 at 4:04 pm

        They were delightful to eat this past weekend! If you can believe it, all 12 have been eaten already. Clearly, we were ready for some fall desserts in our house. However, with only 3 grams of fat, they are (slightly) guilt free!

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    10. apuginthekitchen

      September 14, 2015 at 9:23 am

      I am so happy when pumpkins and cranberry and apples dominate recipes because that means it's Fall my favorite season. I love your muffins, the warm spices and seasonal ingredients sound so good.

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      • Heather @ Sweet Precision

        September 14, 2015 at 9:55 am

        I feel the exact same way! I love autumn and it snuck up on me a little bit this year. I've got a whole list of new recipes I'm excited to try out this year :)

        Reply

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