How to Make the Perfect Blueberry Muffins
American · Easy · 30 min · 12 servings
These fluffy and bursting blueberry muffins are a timeless kid friendly recipe that makes mornings feel extra special. Kids enjoy folding in the fresh blueberries and love watching the muffins puff up golden in the oven.
Why this recipe works
This Blueberry Muffins recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 30 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 189 calories with 3g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1.5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prep Dry Ingredients
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until combined.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. The batter should be lumpy which is perfectly fine.
Step 3: Fold in Blueberries
Gently fold in the blueberries with a rubber spatula, being careful not to smash them. Toss frozen blueberries in a tablespoon of flour before adding to prevent them from sinking to the bottom.
Step 4: Bake Until Golden
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the tops are golden. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fresh blueberries → raspberries or diced strawberries for a different berry flavor
- milk → oat milk or almond milk for a dairy-free version
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overmixing the batter which develops too much gluten and results in dense rubbery muffins
- Overfilling the muffin cups which causes the batter to overflow and creates flat-topped muffins
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 189 calories, 3g protein, 28g carbs, 7g fat, 1g fiber.
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