Spiced Cranberry Orange Muffins 

The holidays are a time for cozy mornings, festive aromas, and treats that capture the season’s flavours—including something for your pup! These Spiced Cranberry Orange Muffins combine tart cranberries, bright orange zest, and warm spices with a buttery crumble topping. Inspired by the cranberry-packed Zoë Super Bars, this recipe is a perfect holiday treat for you, while your pup can enjoy their own festive snack. 

About Zoë Super Bars 

Zoë Super Bars are the ultimate treat to share with your pup during the holiday season! Made with fresh beef or chicken as the first ingredient and loaded with superfoods like cranberries, blueberries, and flaxseed, these bars are as nutritious as they are delicious. Grain and gluten-free, they’re packed with antioxidants to support your dog’s immune system and omega-3s for a healthy skin and coat. Perfect as a stocking stuffer or a festive cranberry snack, Zoë Super Bars are a delightful way to include your furry friend in the holiday cheer! 

Ingredients for Cranberry Orange Muffins 

Muffins 

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 

• 1 tbsp baking soda and 1 tsp baking powder 

• ½ tsp salt 

• ½ cup butter, softened 

• ½ cup brown sugar and ¼ cup granulated sugar 

• 2 tbsp orange zest and 2 tbsp fresh orange juice 

• ½ cup Greek yogurt 

• 1 tbsp vanilla extract 

• ½ tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp nutmeg, and ¼ tsp cardamom 

• 1 cup cranberries 

Crumble Topping 

• ¼ cup brown sugar and 1 tbsp granulated sugar 

• ½ tsp nutmeg 

• ¼ cup butter, melted 

• ⅔ cup flour 

• ¼ cup chopped walnuts 

How to Make Cranberry Orange Muffins 

1.Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.   

2.  In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom.   

3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the orange zest, orange juice, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.   

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the cranberries.   

5.In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, granulated sugar, nutmeg, melted butter, flour, and chopped walnuts until crumbly.   

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This recipe beautifully balances tart cranberries with sweet, zesty orange in a moist, fluffy muffin, topped with a buttery walnut crumble for added texture and flavour. While you enjoy these festive treats, let your pup join the celebration with Zoë Super Bars—the perfect way to share the holiday spirit!