Baking: Light & Fluffy Blueberry Muffins

Introduction

There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked blueberry muffins wafting through your kitchen. Whether you’re making breakfast for the family or looking for a sweet afternoon treat, these light and fluffy blueberry muffins are the perfect go-to recipe.

Packed with juicy berries and topped with a hint of sugar, they’re easy to make and hard to resist. Let’s get baking!

🛒 Ingredients

Makes 12 muffins

• 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
• ¼ cup (50 g) brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole or buttermilk for extra softness)
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1½ cups (about 200 g) fresh or frozen blueberries

Optional Topping:

• 2 tablespoons coarse sugar for sprinkling

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.

2️⃣ Mix the Dry Ingredients

• In a large bowl, whisk together:
  • Flour
  • Granulated sugar
  • Brown sugar
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Salt
  • Cinnamon (if using)

3️⃣ Combine the Wet Ingredients

• In a separate bowl, whisk together:
  • Milk
  • Eggs
  • Melted butter
  • Vanilla extract

4️⃣ Make the Batter

• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
• Stir gently with a spatula just until combined—don’t overmix!
• Fold in the blueberries.

5️⃣ Fill the Muffin Cups

• Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.
• If desired, sprinkle coarse sugar on top for a lovely crunch.

6️⃣ Bake

• Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

💡 Tips for Perfect Blueberry Muffins

✅ Don’t Overmix: Overmixing makes muffins dense. Stir gently until the batter is just combined.
✅ Fresh or Frozen: Frozen blueberries work well—just don’t thaw them first.
✅ Buttermilk Bonus: For extra-tender muffins, use buttermilk instead of regular milk.
✅ Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

These muffins are delicious on their own or served warm with:

• A pat of butter
• A drizzle of honey
• A spoonful of your favorite jam
• A cup of hot coffee or tea

✅ Final Thoughts

With their light, tender crumb and bursts of juicy blueberries, these muffins are everything you could want in a homemade treat. Whether you bake them for a brunch, snack, or lunchbox surprise, they’re sure to become a family favorite.