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Cranberry Orange Muffins

It's been almost two months.  I know.  Time seems to be flying by at an alarming rate these days, and I'm ashamed to say I've been opening up my blog more often to look up recipes than to write them.  But here I am with muffins! Whenever I start cooking (or doing dishes) in the kitchen, my little helper arrives dragging his stool with him to see what's going on and "help."  Things often end up in a sea of flour, but we have a good time.  After making these he reached for the spatula in the bowl, hoping for a lick of batter and said, "would like to be delicious."  Me too, buddy, me too. Cranberry Orange Muffins based on Joyful Healthy Eats 2 cups flour (I used both all-purpose and whole wheat pastry with success) 1/3 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen) 1 egg 3/4-1 cup orange juice 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (or butter) 1 teaspoon grated orange zest (1 or