Here’s a simple recipe for classic blueberry muffins:
Ingredients:
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling on top
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, egg, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins tough.
- Add blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Fill muffin tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, sprinkle the tops of the muffins with coarse sugar for extra sweetness and texture.
- Enjoy: Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature, and enjoy!
These blueberry muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat any time of day. Feel free to customize them by adding nuts, lemon zest, or a streusel topping if you like!