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Crumble-Topped Blueberry Muffins: A Bakery Classic at Home
Homemade blueberry muffins are a taste of childhood. There’s nothing quite like biting into a warm, crumble-topped muffin packed with juicy blueberries. ###The Ingredients
For this recipe, you’ll need all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder for the base. Vegetable oil, eggs and milk provide moisture while fresh or frozen blueberries add bursts of flavor. To finish them off, a cinnamon sugar crumble topping gives the perfect sweet crunch. With basic pantry staples and 10 minutes of prep, you’ll have a bakery-worthy treat.
Mixing the Batter
Preheat the oven to 400 F and line a muffin tin with liners or grease it well. In a bowl, whisk the dry ingredients - flour, sugar, salt and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk the wet ingredients - oil, egg and milk. Add the wet to the dry and stir until just combined. Gently fold in 1 cup of blueberries.
The Crumble Topping
For the crumble, use your fingers to rub cold butter into a mixture of flour, sugar and cinnamon. The topping should be crumbly, not doughy.
Baking and Enjoying!
Spoon the batter into the muffin tin and top generously with the crumble. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly, then devour! The muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.
Homemade muffins are simple to make but taste gourmet. Share them with family or enjoy all to yourself! Whip up a batch of these crumble-topped blueberry muffins for a sweet start to your morning or a pick-me-up anytime.
Ingredients You'll Need for These Must-Make Muffins
To make these delicious blueberry muffins, you'll need some basic ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.
Flour, Sugar, and Leavening
The base of any good muffin recipe is flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. For these muffins, all-purpose flour works great and provides structure. Granulated sugar adds sweetness, while baking powder and salt create lift and enhance the flavor.
Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: vegetable oil, egg, and milk. The oil provides moisture and a tender crumb. Eggs act as a leavening agent and binder. Milk adds moisture, flavor, and helps create a fluffy, light texture.
Blueberries
No blueberry muffin would be complete without fresh or frozen blueberries! Blueberries burst with flavor and juices as the muffins bake, adding little pops of flavor in each bite. Frozen berries work great and don’t require thawing before adding to the batter.
Topping
The crowning glory of these muffins is the cinnamon crumble topping. Made from flour, sugar, butter, and cinnamon, the crisp, buttery topping provides the perfect bit of sweetness and texture contrast to the soft muffin base and juicy blueberries.
Between the fluffy muffin base, bursts of blueberry flavor, and crunchy cinnamon topping, these muffins have everything you could want in a morning treat or afternoon pick-me-up. Once you make them, you’ll see why blueberry muffins rank at the top of favorite muffin lists! Your go-to blueberry muffin recipe starts here.
Step-by-Step Instructions for Bakery-Worthy Blueberry Muffins
So you’ve gathered all the ingredients to make those mouthwatering blueberry muffins you’ve been craving. Now it’s time to get baking!
Preheat the oven and prepare the muffin tin
Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a muffin pan with muffin liners or grease the cups. This will ensure your muffins don’t stick as they bake.
Mix the dry ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour, 3⁄4 cup granulated sugar, 1⁄2 teaspoon salt, and 2 teaspoons baking powder. Mix well until evenly combined. This forms the base of your muffins.
Combine the wet ingredients
In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup vegetable oil, 1 egg, and 1/3 cup milk. Use a rubber spatula to fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, or your muffins can become dense.
Gently fold in the blueberries
Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries and gently fold into the batter. Be very gentle so you don’t burst the berries. Their juiciness is what gives the muffins so much flavor!
Top with crumb topping and bake
Make a crumb topping by mixing 1⁄2 cup flour, 1⁄2 cup sugar, 1⁄4 cup cubed butter, and 1 1⁄2 teaspoons cinnamon. Sprinkle the topping generously over the muffins before baking for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool and enjoy!
Once baked, allow your muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy your fresh-baked blueberry muffins! The crumble topping adds a perfect sweet crunch.
These homemade blueberry muffins are always a hit. The key is not overmixing the batter and using fresh ingredients. Share them with friends and family or freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Happy baking!
Freezing and Storing Your Freshly Baked Blueberry Muffins
Once your muffins have cooled completely, you have a few options for storing them to keep them fresh for longer. Freezing the muffins is one of the best ways to preserve them while maintaining quality. Here are some tips for freezing and storing your muffins:
Freezing Your Muffins
To freeze your muffins, simply place them in an airtight container, plastic freezer bag, or wrap individually in plastic wrap or foil. Squeeze out as much air as possible before sealing to prevent freezer burn. Label and date the package so you know how long the muffins have been frozen. Muffins will last up to 3 months in the freezer.
When ready to eat, thaw the muffins at room temperature. You can also microwave in short 10-second bursts, flipping the muffin over in between, until it's thawed. Or place the wrapped muffin on the counter overnight to thaw slowly. Once thawed, enjoy your muffin immediately. Do not refreeze muffins after thawing.
Storing at Room Temperature
If you plan to eat the muffins within 3 to 5 days, you can store them at room temperature in an airtight container or bag. This will keep them fresh for a few days. Check muffins daily and enjoy immediately if you notice any mold growth. For best quality, avoid storing muffins at room temperature for longer than 5 days.
Refrigerating Your Muffins
For longer storage up to 1 week, refrigerate your muffins. Place them in an airtight container or bag and store in the refrigerator. Allow muffins to come to room temperature before enjoying, as the texture can become stale if eaten cold from the refrigerator. Refrigerated muffins will last up to 1 week.
Muffins are best enjoyed fresh from the oven, so freeze or refrigerate any muffins you do not plan to eat within a day or two. Properly storing your muffins will ensure you can enjoy their deliciousness for days and even weeks to come!
FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions About Blueberry Muffins
Are blueberry muffins healthy?
Blueberry muffins can absolutely be part of a healthy diet. Blueberries are loaded with antioxidants and the muffins provide fiber from the flour and oats. However, most commercial muffins and bakery muffins are high in sugar, fat and calories. For a healthier option, use ingredients like Greek yogurt, coconut oil and stevia to cut down on sugar and boost nutrition. And of course, enjoy your muffin in moderation!
Can I use frozen blueberries?
Absolutely, frozen blueberries work great in muffins and may even produce better results than fresh berries. Make sure the berries are unthawed before adding to the batter. The frozen berries will add moisture to the muffins as they bake. If using fresh berries, toss them in a little flour before folding into the batter to prevent them from sinking to the bottom.
How do I get my blueberry muffins to rise more?
For lighter, fluffier blueberry muffins, be careful not to overmix the batter. Mix the wet and dry ingredients separately, then gently fold them together with a spatula just until combined. Overmixing can damage the gluten in the flour and inhibit rising. Also, make sure you are using fresh baking powder and baking soda, as these leaveners lose potency over time. Finally, for extra lift you can add 1/2 teaspoon of cream of tartar to the batter.
What can I add to blueberry muffins?
There are lots of add-ins you can stir into blueberry muffin batter:
Lemon or orange zest - Adds a bright citrus flavor
Chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans - For extra crunch and nutrition
Cinnamon and nutmeg - Warm, cozy spices that pair well with blueberries
Banana - Use mashed banana in place of some of the oil for moist muffins
Yogurt or buttermilk - For lighter, fluffier muffins
Maple syrup - Use in place of some sugar for muffins with a hint of maple flavor
Blueberry muffins are endlessly adaptable. Have fun with different add-ins and tweaks to make the muffins your own!
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