Description
Discover the secrets to making the best blueberry muffins ever with this simple and foolproof recipe. Light, fluffy, and bursting with fresh blueberries, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to fully preheat while you prepare the batter.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to distribute everything evenly.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Mix wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently mix until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
- Fold in blueberries: Carefully fold the fresh blueberries into the batter, ensuring even distribution without breaking the berries.
- Prepare muffin tin: Grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners, then evenly divide the batter among the 12 muffin cups.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the muffins turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense muffins.
- For extra flavor, you can sprinkle a little sugar on top of the muffins before baking to create a sweet crust.
- Fresh blueberries are preferred, but frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained well.
- Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
