Delightful Strawberry Muffins: A Sweet Treat Perfect for Any Time of Day

These strawberry muffins are a delightful blend of sweet and fruity flavors, featuring fresh strawberries and a moist, tender crumb. With a combination of granulated and brown sugars, these muffins have a perfectly balanced sweetness, complemented by a hint of vanilla. The sweetened yogurt adds extra moisture, making each bite irresistibly soft.

Why You’ll Love This:

The fresh strawberries provide bursts of juicy flavor in every muffin, making them irresistibly tasty. These muffins are simple to make and perfect for a quick breakfast, a snack on the go, or a sweet addition to any meal.

Perfect Occasion:

These muffins are ideal for a spring brunch, a picnic, or as a comforting snack during a coffee break. They’re also wonderful for packing in lunches or serving at a casual gathering with friends and family.

Decoration Tips:

After baking, dust the tops of the muffins with powdered sugar for a sweet, decorative touch. For a more festive look, you can add a light drizzle of vanilla glaze or top each muffin with a fresh strawberry slice before serving.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 6 tablespoons butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sweetened yogurt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 3/4 cups flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup diced strawberries
• Powdered sugar for topping

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Mix in the sweetened yogurt and milk until well combined.
5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
7. Gently fold in the diced strawberries.
8. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
10. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Enjoy these lovely strawberry muffins, perfect for a delightful treat that brings a touch of sweetness to your day!