Description
Learn how to make irresistible Blueberry Muffins with a delicious Streusel Crumb Topping. These muffins are moist, flavorful, and packed with juicy blueberries, all topped with a buttery, crunchy streusel.
Ingredients
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For the Blueberry Muffins:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus 1-2 tablespoons for coating blueberries
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs (or 3 small)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup yogurt
- ½ cup canola oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 â…“ cups blueberries, fresh or frozen (thawed), divided
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- â…” cup granulated sugar
- 1 stick (½ cup) salted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
1. Prepare the Oven and Muffin Tin: Getting Ready to Bake
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line Muffin Tin: Line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Make the Streusel Topping: A Buttery, Crunchy Layer
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, â…” cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
- Add Melted Butter: Pour the melted salted butter (1 stick or ½ cup) over the dry ingredients.
- Mix with Fork: Stir the mixture with a fork until it resembles coarse crumbs. You should have pea-sized clumps of butter mixed throughout.
- Refrigerate: Place the streusel topping in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the muffin batter. This will help it maintain its crumbly texture during baking.
3. Prepare the Muffin Batter: Combining Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 3 teaspoons of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Set aside.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs (or 3 small eggs) and 1 cup of granulated sugar until well combined.
- Add Yogurt, Oil, and Vanilla: Whisk in 1 cup of yogurt, ½ cup of canola oil, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and pale yellow.
4. Gradually Add Dry Ingredients to Wet: Creating a Tender Crumb
- Combine: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two or three additions, mixing gently with a rubber spatula after each addition until just combined.
- Tip: Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this can lead to tough muffins.
5. Prepare and Add Blueberries: Preventing Sinking
- Toss Blueberries with Flour: In a small bowl, sprinkle 1 cup of the blueberries with 1-2 tablespoons of flour and toss gently until each blueberry is lightly coated. This will help prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the muffins during baking.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the floured blueberries into the muffin batter using a rubber spatula, being careful not to overmix or crush the berries.
6. Assemble and Bake the Muffins: Achieving Golden-Brown Perfection
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin liners, filling each cup about â…” full.
- Add Remaining Blueberries: Divide the remaining 1 â…“ cups of blueberries among the muffin cups, placing them on top of the batter.
- Top with Streusel: Remove the chilled streusel topping from the refrigerator. Generously top each muffin with the streusel crumbs, gently pressing them into the batter.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and immediately reduce the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Check for Doneness: The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, or with just a few moist crumbs attached. The tops should be golden brown and the streusel topping should be crispy.
- Cool: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Serve and Enjoy: Savoring Your Delicious Creation
- Serve Warm or Cool: These muffins are delicious served warm or at room temperature.