Crumbly Blueberry Muffins – The Ultimate Guide to Perfect Muffins
Crumbly blueberry muffins with soft centers, juicy blueberries, and a buttery streusel topping—perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk or buttermilk
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (tossed in flour)
- Streusel topping: 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In one bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs and vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients with milk until smooth.
- Gently fold in floured blueberries.
- Fill muffin liners two-thirds full.
- Mix streusel topping and sprinkle generously over each muffin.
- Bake 20–25 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool 5 minutes in pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
For best results, don’t overmix the batter. Toss blueberries in flour to prevent sinking. Use fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen).
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