Experience the delightful blend of textures and flavors with these Irresistible Blueberry Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins. Each muffin is light and bursting with fresh blueberries, complemented by a luscious cream cheese swirl and topped with a crunchy crumble. These muffins make an ideal on-the-go breakfast or snack, offering a balance of sweetness and a refreshing tang from the blueberries. Easy to bake and incredibly satisfying, they’re sure to become a weekly favorite.
Why You'll Love This: These muffins are the perfect combination of a moist, tender crumb, juicy blueberries, and a creamy, tangy swirl. The addition of a buttery crumble topping provides a delightful contrast to the soft muffin, making each bite a burst of flavor and texture. They’re not overly sweet, making them a great choice for breakfast or a mid-day snack. The ease of preparation and the rewarding deliciousness make this recipe a go-to for busy mornings or leisurely baking sessions.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for busy mornings, 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. Adding a few fresh blueberries on top before baking can enhance their visual appeal. You can also drizzle a simple lemon glaze over the muffins for added flavor and a glossy finish.
Ingredients:
For Crumble Topping:
- 45g cold salted butter, cubed
- 45g granulated sugar
- 30g brown sugar
- 75g all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
For Cream Cheese Swirl:
- 225g cream cheese, softened
- 48g granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Blueberry preserves or blueberry jam
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
- 320g fresh blueberries, tossed with 1 tsp lemon juice and 1 tbsp flour
Instructions:
- Make the Crumble Topping:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- Add the cold butter and crumble it into the dry mixture with your hands until it resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Swirl:
- In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, granulated sugar, flour, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- Make the Muffin Batter:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the melted butter and granulated sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Add the flour, baking powder, and baking soda, folding gently until just combined.
- Carefully fold in the blueberries, being cautious not to overmix the batter.
- Assemble the Muffins:
- Use an ice cream scoop to fill each muffin liner approximately 2/3 full.
- Add a small dollop of the cream cheese mixture on top of the batter in each cup. Add about 1 teaspoon of blueberry preserves and use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the cream cheese and preserves together.
- Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over each muffin.
- Bake:
- 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 in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve:
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delicious Blueberry Cream Cheese Swirl Muffins with their perfect blend of flavors and textures, making them an ideal treat for any time of day!