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Strawberry Muffins with Orange

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Tender, moist and delicious orange scented Strawberry Muffins

A wire cooling rack with strawberry muffins

Easy to make and perfect for breakfast or brunch!

These Orange Strawberry Muffins are made with fresh-picked strawberries, fresh squeezed orange juice and plenty of orange zest. The muffins have a light, moist texture from the rich sour cream batter. The flavors are robust, with distinct notes of orange and strawberry. Not overly sweet, these muffins do well with a sprinkle of coarse sugar on top.

A plate of strawberry muffins topped with coarse sugar

Ingredients for Orange Strawberry Muffins:

  • all-purpose flour
  • salt
  • baking powder
  • baking soda
  • granulated sugar
  • sour cream
  • unsalted butter
  • vanilla extract
  • orange zest
  • orange juice
  • eggs
  • fresh strawberries
  • coarse sugar for topping

How to make Strawberry Muffins:

  • First whisk together the dry ingredients, including the granulated sugar.
  • Next combine the sour cream, melted butter, vanilla, orange zest and orange juice. Add lightly beaten eggs then fold into the dry ingredients.
  • Gently fold in the diced strawberries and any accumulated juice.
  • Spoon the batter into a prepared muffin tin. Top with coarse sugar and bake!

How long will these muffins keep?

These muffins are best eaten the day they’re made but will keep well for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. You can also freeze the muffins. Simply thaw at room temperature for about an hour then enjoy.

 

A plate of orange scented strawberry muffins topped with sugar

Sometimes strawberries are difficult to incorporate into baked goods.

Strawberries tend to sink or evaporate into thin air. But not in this recipe. The muffins cook up quickly in a hot oven, so the berries retain most of their texture, and all their flavor!

Be sure to cut the fresh berries into small pieces so you get some in each bite. Save a few to sprinkle on top before baking – because we love that pretty color popping through!

 

A strawberry muffin broken open to show a moist tender texture

These Orange Strawberry Muffins have amazing texture.

Can you see all that orange zest?  Yummy!  So … the verdict?  This recipe is terrific, plain and simple. Hope you’ll give them a try with your fresh, ripe sweet fruits!

 

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A stack of orange strawberry muffins topped with coarse sugar

 

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Orange Strawberry Muffins

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 18 mins
Total Time: 38 mins
Yield: 15 Muffins
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Author: Tricia
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Made with fresh-picked strawberries, fresh squeezed orange juice and plenty of orange zest

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 8 ounces sour cream
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 ½ cups diced fresh strawberries
  • coarse sugar for topping, if desired

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease 15-16 muffin cups with vegetable spray. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar. Make a well in the center.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, melted butter, vanilla, orange zest and orange juice. Add the lightly beaten eggs and fold together until blended using a rubber spatula. Add the sour cream mixture to the flour and sugar.  Stir until the dry ingredients are moistened. Gently fold in the strawberries and any juice.  Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each three-fourths full. Allow the muffins to rest for 10-15 minutes before baking.  
  • When ready to bake, sprinkle coarse sugar on top and bake for 18 minutes or until golden brown. Test with a wooden toothpick inserted into the center, it should come out clean. Cool the muffins in the pan on a rack for 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and cool. Serve barely warm or at room temperature.

If you’re looking for more brunch-perfect treats, check out our Buttery Apricot Scones, or the very popular Blueberry Breakfast Cake.

And don’t miss these pretty and delicious Strawberry Shortcake Scones because I’m sure mom will love them too!

I wish someone would make this Beautiful Breakfast Tart  for me, it’s a work of art!  And, round-out your menu with a delicious Strawberry Shortcake Mimosa!

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37 Comments

  1. Marita says

    June 2, 2017 at 4:19 pm

    This is a great recipe. I should try it ASAP, especially while strawberries are in season. Thanks for sharing.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      June 4, 2017 at 12:19 pm

      Thank you Marita. I love these muffins – they are truly perfect in my book. Have a great week and thank you very much for commenting!

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  2. Pam says

    May 11, 2017 at 1:53 pm

    These muffins look excellent, Tricia! No way I could resist them with all that good fruit and the coarse sugar to make them sparkle! Pass the plate, please!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 11, 2017 at 2:43 pm

      They are so delicious Pam – hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day!

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  3. Healthy World Cuisine says

    May 10, 2017 at 8:07 pm

    Was looking for a recipe to use up my strawberries and oranges and your recipe popped up. How fun is that! Your muffins look perfectly moist and delicious. Thanks so much for the inspiration.

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  4. Susan says

    May 10, 2017 at 6:55 pm

    Love these! I’ve really been loving fresh muffins in the mornings myself 🙂

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  5. Maureen | OrgasmicChef says

    May 10, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    I really like strawberry muffins but I’ve never gone the strawberry and orange route – I will definitely try this one soon. It’s almost strawberry season where I live (in the winter!)

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 10, 2017 at 6:47 pm

      I became obsessed with strawberry and orange when I first made desserts using Grand Marnier. Such a great combination! It must be absolutely beautiful in Australia. I would love to visit one day!

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  6. John/Kitchen Riffs says

    May 10, 2017 at 11:54 am

    Who can resist muffins? Particularly when they’re as gorgeous as these. Really pretty! And I do enjoy fresh fruit in baked goods — just adds to the flavor and fun. Thanks!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 10, 2017 at 4:59 pm

      Thank you so much John! We are really happy with the muffins – hope you’ll give them a try.

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  7. tanna says

    May 9, 2017 at 4:39 pm

    I’ve done lots of cranberry and orange, but this strawberry and orange combo sounds wonderful!! Thank you! Wishing you a wonderful Mother’s Day, Tricia! blessings ~ tanna

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 9, 2017 at 6:04 pm

      You too Tanna 🙂 Thank you!

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  8. 2 Sisters Recipes says

    May 9, 2017 at 7:52 am

    HI Tricia! THese muffins sound amazing ! Can’t wait to try them! Thank you for recommending Jennifer! Have a great week!:)

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 9, 2017 at 8:53 am

      Yeah!!!! So glad things are working out. Can’t wait to see what you do next 🙂

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  9. Gerlinde says

    May 9, 2017 at 12:37 am

    There is nothing better than a fresh baked muffin like yours. I love the strawberry orange combination.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 9, 2017 at 8:52 am

      Thanks Gerlinde – we love this combination too. Hope you had a wonderful trip!

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      • Gerlinde says

        May 10, 2017 at 6:02 am

        It was a wonderful trip, I would have loved to stayed a little longer.

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  10. cheri says

    May 8, 2017 at 7:36 pm

    These little muffins are so pretty and packed with lots of luscious flavor and perfect for Mother’s Day. Oranges and strawberries are lovely together. Happy Mother’s Day Tricia!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 9, 2017 at 8:52 am

      Thank you Cheri – and I hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day!

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  11. Ronda says

    May 8, 2017 at 5:17 pm

    Just made these great muffins. We have an egg allergy in the family so made with egg replacer and you cannot tell the difference. Nice recipe! Thanks!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:44 pm

      Thats terrific Ronda. Thank you so much for trying the muffins and for letting us know. They are super easy to make – I just love them!

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  12. Liz says

    May 8, 2017 at 2:45 pm

    I love having those little strawberry morsels throughout the muffin! My kind of treat. Now if I could just get someone to make them for me 😉

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:45 pm

      Thanks Liz – I just love them too! Have a great week.

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  13. Monica says

    May 8, 2017 at 12:19 pm

    Love making and eating muffins, especially when they are this bright and pretty. These are really perfect for spring, for mother’s day, for a lovely brunch! Hope you have a wonderful Mother’s Day weekend coming up!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:48 pm

      Thank you Monica! We are a muffin family too 🙂 Have a terrific week!

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  14. Monique says

    May 8, 2017 at 12:15 pm

    Oh I bet they are so good!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 8, 2017 at 12:20 pm

      We really like them Monique. Thanks!

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  15. Chris Scheuer says

    May 8, 2017 at 12:14 pm

    What a wonderful combination of flavors! I love how the strawberries stay so pretty and red.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 8, 2017 at 12:20 pm

      Thanks Chris – we love these muffins and the light orange color with pops of red 🙂

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  16. sue | theviewfromgreatisland says

    May 8, 2017 at 10:13 am

    Such perfect muffins Tricia ~ and what a creative flavor combo ~ I need to try these, I just wish my mom were still alive so I could bake a batch for her 🙂

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 8, 2017 at 12:19 pm

      Thanks Sue – I am smitten with orange and strawberry – so bright and sweet! I sure miss my mom too.

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  17. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    May 8, 2017 at 8:57 am

    Absolutely perfect and I love the orange strawberry combination! Yes, I would love to wake up to these 🙂

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 8, 2017 at 12:19 pm

      Thanks Jennifer. I am so happy with this recipe – hope you’ll give them a try!

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  18. [email protected]'s Recipes says

    May 8, 2017 at 6:18 am

    Got some local strawberries today and they are so much juicer and sweeter. Not sure I would have some left for this beautiful muffin recipe…another reason to double the purchase next time!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:55 am

      You can never have too many strawberries Angie 🙂 Thank you – have a wonderful week!

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