Blueberry Muffins
Blueberry muffins are a delightful and popular baked treat, known for their moist texture and bursts of sweet, tangy blueberries. These muffins are a staple in cafes and bakeries and are also easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a muffin pan or line it with muffin papers.
- Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the oil, egg, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. The batter will be lumpy.
- Add Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to overmix.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Sprinkle the tops with sugar if desired.
- Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Notes
Blueberry muffins are a delightful combination of sweet and fruity flavors, with the blueberries adding a juicy pop to every bite. They're perfect for a quick breakfast, a snack, or even as a sweet treat in a lunchbox. The simplicity of the recipe and the universally loved flavor of blueberries make these muffins a favorite among both novice and experienced bakers.