Discover the joy of baking with these Perfectly Moist Blueberry Muffins, each one packed with fresh blueberries and infused with a hint of vanilla. Made with homemade buttermilk for that extra tenderness and richness, these muffins are soft, fluffy, and bursting with flavor, making them a delightful treat for any time of the day.
Why You'll Love This: These muffins offer a perfect balance of sweetness and brightness from the blueberries, complemented by the subtle depth of vanilla. The buttermilk in the recipe ensures they are exceptionally moist and tender, making every bite satisfying and delicious.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a mid-day snack, these blueberry muffins fit beautifully into a cozy morning setting or as a take-along treat for picnics and school lunches. They're also fantastic for sharing at office meetings or as a homemade gift to brighten someone's day.
Decoration Tips: Sprinkle the tops with a little granulated sugar or streusel topping before baking for a lovely crunchy texture and a professional bakery-like finish. You can also drizzle them with a simple glaze or serve with a side of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Ingredients:
- 340g flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 150ml buttermilk (recipe below)
- 120ml oil
- 220ml sugar (1 cup)
- 3 medium eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla powder or extract
- 200g blueberries
- Buttermilk Recipe:
- 2 1/2 tsp lemon juice
- 3/4 cup milk
- Mix and let rest for 10 minutes to thicken.
- Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 190°C and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, oil, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries, being careful not to overmix.
- Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these delectable blueberry muffins, a perfect blend of juicy berries and moist, fluffy texture, guaranteed to bring a smile with every bite!