Description
Enjoy these fluffy buttermilk blueberry muffins, filled with fresh blueberries and a touch of lemon zest. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, they are simple to make and a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries (or frozen, if out of season)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional, for added flavor)
- 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well blended.
- In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. If using, add lemon zest to this mixture.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together with a spatula or wooden spoon. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, using frozen blueberries directly from the freezer if needed.
- Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter.
- Sprinkle coarse sugar over each muffin for added crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature as a breakfast treat, snack, or dessert.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze individually wrapped muffins for up to 3 months.
- Substitute half of the blueberries with raspberries or strawberries, add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, or use whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- Serve with butter, honey, or cream if desired.
Notes
- For best results, do not overmix the batter to ensure light and fluffy muffins.
- Feel free to experiment with different berries or spices to customize your muffins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes