Blueberry Streusel Muffins are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of blueberries with a crunchy, buttery streusel topping. This recipe is perfect for breakfast or as a snack, offering a burst of fruity flavor in every bite.
Recipe Details:
Name: Blueberry Streusel Muffins
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Description: Make and share this Blueberry Streusel Muffins recipe from lovewithrecipes.com.
Recipe Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Berries, Fruit, < 60 Mins
Recipe Yield: 12 muffins
Aggregated Rating: 4.5 stars (from 12 reviews)
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
For Streusel Topping:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup butter, cold
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 254.1
- Total Fat: 9.2g
- Saturated Fat: 5.5g
- Cholesterol: 40.8mg
- Sodium: 289mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 39.2g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugars: 15.8g
- Protein: 4.3g
Recipe Instructions:
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with butter or non-stick spray.
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Creaming: In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
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Adding Egg and Milk: Beat in the egg until well combined, then stir in the milk.
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Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Incorporating Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
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Vanilla and Blueberries: Stir in the vanilla extract, then gently fold in the blueberries. If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw before folding in.
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Filling Muffin Cups: Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the batter.
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Preparing Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, combine the sugar, flour, and ground cinnamon for the streusel topping. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Adding Streusel: Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over each muffin.
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Baking: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cooling: Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Success:
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Fresh vs. Frozen Blueberries: You can use either fresh or frozen blueberries in this recipe. If using frozen, do not thaw them before folding into the batter to prevent excess moisture.
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Streusel Texture: For a more crumbly streusel topping, ensure the butter is cold and cut it into the dry ingredients until you achieve pea-sized crumbs.
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Muffin Texture: Be careful not to overmix the batter once you add the flour mixture. Overmixing can lead to dense muffins instead of light and fluffy ones.
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Storage: These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for longer storage.
These Blueberry Streusel Muffins are sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. Enjoy them for breakfast, brunch, or as a delightful snack any time of the day!
