Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumble Muffins: A Bursting Blueberry Delight

Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumble Muffins, where each bite offers a burst of juicy blueberries, a creamy center, and a crunchy crumble topping. These muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delicious snack, offering a balance of sweetness and texture that is simply irresistible.

Why You’ll Love This: These muffins are a perfect blend of textures and flavors. The blueberries add a fresh, juicy burst, while the cream cheese filling provides a rich, creamy contrast. The crumble topping adds a delightful crunch, making each bite a symphony of flavors and textures. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, these muffins are sure to become a household favorite.

Perfect Occasion: Ideal for breakfast, brunch gatherings, or as a delightful snack throughout the day. These muffins are perfect for packing into lunchboxes, serving at casual get-togethers, or enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea. Their beautiful presentation and irresistible taste also make them a great choice for potlucks or bake sales.

Decoration Tips: For an extra touch of elegance, dust the cooled muffins with a light sprinkle of powdered sugar. You can also add a few fresh blueberries on top before baking for a decorative touch. A drizzle of lemon glaze can enhance their appearance and add an extra layer of flavor.

Ingredients:

For Muffin Batter:

• 120ml milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 113g salted butter, melted
• 220g granulated sugar
• 250g all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
• 320g fresh blueberries

For Crumble Topping:

• 45g salted butter, melted
• 45g granulated sugar
• 30g brown sugar
• 75g all-purpose flour
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon

For Cream Cheese Filling:

• 225g cream cheese
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 48g granulated sugar
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions:

Make the Crumble Topping:

1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
2. Add the melted salted butter and combine with your hands until the mixture forms crumbs. Set aside.

Prepare the Muffin Batter:

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together milk and eggs. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Gradually add the melted salted butter and granulated sugar, mixing until well combined.
4. Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and optional cinnamon. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined.
5. Carefully fold in the blueberries, being cautious not to overmix the batter.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling:

1. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Assemble the Muffins:

1. Fill each muffin liner approximately 2/3 full with the muffin batter using an ice cream scoop.
2. Add a dollop of cream cheese mixture on top of the batter in each cup.
3. Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over each muffin.

Bake:

1. Bake at 425°F (218°C) for 13 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 360°F (182°C) and bake for an additional 14 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool and Serve:

1. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy these delightful Blueberry Cream Cheese Crumble Muffins, perfect for any occasion and sure to impress with their burst of blueberries, creamy filling, and crunchy topping!