These blueberry muffins are soft, fluffy, and super easy to make in the air fryer! The hot air circulates around them, making them bake evenly and rise beautifully. Plus, the juicy blueberries on top make them look as good as they taste!
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup (65g) sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) oil
- 2 tbsp (30ml) water
- 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) vanilla extract
- 1 tsp (5ml) lemon zest
- 2/3 cup (80g) flour
- 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (75g) blueberries
Instructions:
- Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, sugar, oil, water, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a smaller bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as it can make the muffins tough.
- Add Blueberries
- Gently fold in the blueberries using a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Prepare Muffin Cups
- Use oven-safe ramekins (6oz size works best) lined with jumbo muffin papers.
- Scoop the batter into the muffin papers using an ice cream scoop.
- Air Fry the Muffins
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the ramekins inside and air fry for 15-17 minutes.
- Check Doneness
- Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean, they are done.
- If needed, air fry for another 1-2 minutes.
- Storage
- Store leftover muffins in a Ziploc bag in the fridge. Reheat in the air fryer for 1-2 minutes.
- To freeze, place muffins in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds when ready to eat.
Tips & Tricks
- For a “bursting berry” look, place 3 extra blueberries on top before baking.
- You can swap blueberries for raspberries or chopped strawberries.
- Use a jumbo muffin paper and a 1-cup oven-safe ramekin for the best results. Standard muffin papers may cause the muffins to brown too quickly on top while staying undercooked inside.
Air Fryer Blueberry Muffins
These quick and easy blueberry muffins are light, fluffy, and perfect for a simple air fryer treat!
Duration:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 3 muffins
Ingredients:
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup (65g) sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) oil
- 2 tbsp (30ml) water
- 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) vanilla extract
- 1 tsp (5ml) lemon zest
- 2/3 cup (80g) flour
- 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (75g) blueberries
Instructions:
- Whisk together egg, sugar, oil, water, vanilla extract, and lemon zest.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to the wet ingredients.
- Fold in blueberries gently.
- Line oven-safe ramekins (6oz) with jumbo muffin papers and scoop in batter.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 15-17 minutes.
- Check doneness with a toothpick; if needed, air fry for 1-2 more minutes.
- Store in a Ziploc bag in the fridge or freeze for later. Reheat in the air fryer or microwave.
Notes:
- Place extra blueberries on top before baking for a burst effect.
- Best results come from using jumbo muffin papers inside oven-safe ramekins.
- Works great with raspberries too!
Enjoy your homemade air fryer blueberry muffins!