Description
Blueberry Muffins are a delightful and easy-to-make treat featuring fresh blueberries and simple ingredients. This recipe yields moist, tender muffins with a perfect texture thanks to a natural gelling agent. Ideal for breakfast, snack, or dessert, these muffins are quick to prepare and loved by all ages.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Main Add-ins
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Start by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to keep your muffins from sticking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and natural gelling agent until well blended, ensuring even distribution for a perfect rise.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the plant-based milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract (natural) until smooth and combined.
- Blend Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold everything together just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender and airy.
- Fold in Blueberries: Carefully fold fresh blueberries into the batter, making sure they are evenly spread without breaking them. This keeps the batter light and the blueberries intact.
- Fill Muffin Tins: Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full to allow room for expansion while baking.
- Bake and Cool: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Use fresh blueberries for best texture; thaw and drain if using frozen.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense muffins.
- Ensure oven temperature is accurate for consistent baking.
- Use room temperature plant-based milk and oil for better mixing.
- Follow natural gelling agent quantity closely for perfect moisture and rise.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: blueberry muffins, plant-based muffins, natural gelling agent, vegan muffins, easy baking, fresh blueberries, moist muffins