Desserts, Muffins

Blueberry Muffin

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Easy to make, loaded with extra blueberries, and crowned with a delectable cinnamon brown sugar streusel.

What Sets Our Blueberry Muffins Apart?

Let’s delve into why these muffins are hailed as a breakfast masterpiece:

Easy Preparation: No need for secret ingredients or complex steps. Just a few mixing bowls and a mixer will suffice, making this recipe ideal for those busy mornings.

Abundance of Blueberries: Packed with an extra dose of blueberries, every bite bursts with fruity goodness.

Buttery and Moist: Achieve the perfect balance between buttery indulgence and moist tenderness, ensuring a delightful texture.

Soft and Cakey: These muffins boast a soft and cakey consistency, making them a sheer delight to sink your teeth into.

Tall Muffin Tops: Experience the joy of biting into generously tall muffin tops, providing an extra layer of scrumptiousness.

Delicious Cinnamon Streusel: Elevate your muffin experience with a crunchy cinnamon brown sugar topping, adding an irresistible dimension of flavor.

How To Make:

Preventing Batter Thickness: Use the “fluff and scoop method” when measuring flour for the perfect consistency.

Whisk Dry Ingredients: Combine flour, liveners, and salt in one bowl.

Mix Wet Ingredients: Incorporate butter, sugars, eggs, sour cream or yogurt, and vanilla in another bowl.

Combine & Add Milk: The magical touch of sour cream adds moisture, ensuring the softest blueberry muffins.

Spoon into Muffin Pan: Divide the batter into muffin cups.

Add Streusel Topping: Enhance the flavor with a simple yet delightful mix of brown sugar, cinnamon, and walnuts.

Bake to Perfection: Follow the directions for achieving those heavenly tall muffin tops.

Secrets to Perfect Tall Muffin Tops

For muffin tops that rival those from a bakery, adhere to these three golden rules:

Thick Batter is Key: Ensure your muffin batter is thick – a crucial element for those enviable tall tops.

Fill Muffin Tins to the Top: Don’t be shy – fill those muffin cups all the way to the brim.

Master the Oven Temperature Dance: Start with a high temperature to lift the muffin tops quickly, then lower it for the perfect bake.

Are These Muffins Healthy?

While these muffins may not fall under the “healthy” category due to their butter, flour, and sugar content, the homemade touch allows you full control over the ingredients. For a healthier alternative, consider exploring our blueberry banana muffins or applesauce muffins.

How to Freeze Blueberry Muffins

Maximize the joy by freezing these muffins for up to three months. Follow our simple steps for thawing and reheating, ensuring a delightful experience whenever you crave a taste of perfection.

Blueberry Muffin

Recipe by admin
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Course: Desserts
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes
Calories

216

kcal
Total time

30

minutes

Quick and Easy Blueberry Muffins Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups (195g) all-purpose flour

  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar, plus 1 tablespoon for muffin tops

  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1/3 cup (80ml) neutral-flavored oil (safflower, avocado, or vegetable oil)

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/3 to 1/2 cup (80ml to 120ml) milk (dairy or non-dairy)

  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 6 to 8 ounces fresh or frozen blueberries (generous 1 cup)

Directions

  • Prepare Oven and Muffin Cups:
    Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
    Line muffin cups with paper liners or lightly grease.
    For big-topped muffins, fill 8 standard-size muffin cups; for standard-size muffins, fill 10 muffin cups.
  • Make Batter:
    Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
    In a measuring jug, combine oil, egg, milk, and vanilla; whisk to combine.
    Add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients and use a fork to combine. Fold in the blueberries.
  • Bake Muffins:
    Divide batter between muffin cups.
    Sprinkle a little sugar on top of each muffin.
    Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until tops are no longer wet and a toothpick comes out with crumbs, not wet batter.
  • Enjoy Your Muffins:
    Transfer muffins to a cooling rack.
    Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Recipe Tips:
    For mini muffins, adjust the baking time to 9 to 11 minutes.
    Adjust batter consistency by adding flour or milk as needed.
    Water in cups is optional for even baking.

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 216kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Protein: 2.9g
  • Fat: 8.2g
  • Cholesterol: 19.4mg
  • Sodium: 71mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 17.2g

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