Blueberry Muffins
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Looking for the best blueberry muffin recipe? Look no further! Bursting with juicy berries, these moist and tender muffins taste just like the ones from your favorite bakery.
These blueberry muffins are loaded with juicy berries and topped with a sparkling sugar crust that practically begs you to take a bite. The recipe is simple, but the flavor is anything but. The secret? A mix of vanilla and almond extract. Vanilla adds the classic bakery-style flavor, while almond brings out the fruit and gives the muffins a little something extra.
In the summer, I use fresh blueberries, but frozen work too—just don’t thaw them first or the batter will turn purple. The muffins freeze beautifully, so go ahead and make a double batch. You’ll be glad to have them on hand for easy breakfasts or snacks.
“I made these for my husband’s coworkers…they are still raving about them two weeks later. Huge hit. Recipe is a keeper!”
What You’ll Need To Make Blueberry Muffins
- All-purpose flour, baking powder & salt – The dry mix: flour provides structure, baking powder helps the muffins rise, and salt brings out the flavor.
- Butter & sugar – Creamed together to create a rich, tender crumb and sweetness.
- Eggs – Bind the batter and add structure so the muffins hold together.
- Vanilla & almond extract – For warm, bakery-style flavor with a hint of nuttiness.
- Milk – Loosens up the batter just enough and adds moisture.
- Fresh blueberries – Fresh is best if you’ve got them, but frozen work too—just add them straight from the freezer (the batter may be a little streaky, but it’ll bake up just fine).
- Turbinado sugar – Also called raw sugar or demerara sugar, this coarse, golden sugar adds a pretty sparkle and a crunchy top. Look for it in the baking aisle; it’s great for topping muffins, cookies, and even oatmeal (or you can add it to your coffee).
- Jump to the printable recipe for precise measurements
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: Mix the dry ingredients. To begin, combine the flour, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl and whisk to blend.
Step 2: Cream the butter and sugar. Next, beat the butter and sugar for a few minutes until light and creamy.
Step 3: Add the eggs and flavoring. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Then beat in the vanilla and almond extracts.
Step 4: Combine the wet and dry ingredients. Gradually mix in the flour mixture alternating with the milk. The batter will be on the thicker side.
Step 5: Finish the batter. Using a rubber spatula, fold the blueberries into the batter.
Step 6: Fill the pan. Spoon the batter into a muffin tin lined with paper liners. (It’s important to use the liners, otherwise the blueberries will stick to the bottom of the pan, making the muffins difficult to remove.) Sprinkle the turbinado sugar over top.
Step 7: Bake and cool. Bake for about 30 minutes, then let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Because they’re packed with juicy blueberries, they stay moist for days—but they can get a little soggy. To store, line an airtight container with paper towels, place the muffins in a single layer, and top with another layer of paper towels. Keep them on the counter for a few days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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Blueberry Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- ½ cup milk
- 2¼ cups fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar (also called raw sugar or demerara sugar)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and put an oven rack in the middle position. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. Spray the pan and the liners with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the butter and granulated sugar for about 2 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, scraping down the sides of the bowl and beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla extract and almond extract. (The batter may look a little grainy -- that's okay).
- Gradually add the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, beating on low speed to combine. The batter will be very thick. Add the blueberries to the batter and fold gently with a spatula until evenly distributed. Do not overmix.
- Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin (an ice-cream scoop with a wire scraper works well here); they will be very full. Sprinkle the turbinado sugar evenly on top of the muffins.
- Bake for about 30 minutes, until lightly golden. Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Run a knife around the edge of each muffin to free it from the pan if necessary (the blueberries can stick), then transfer the muffins to a rack to cool completely.
Notes
Nutrition Information
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Update from 12/28/2023
Just made them in our new USA (Jenns recommendation) non stick jumbo muffin pan.Of course they are delicious and the recipe filled all 6 muffin liners beautifully.Hope this is helpful to others considering jumbo size muffins.
Hello,
I plan to make a large batch (48 muffins) for a brunch. What is the best way to thaw, can they be place in the fridge or counter overnight?
How can i warm a batch w/o wrapping individually!
Thanks for any tips!
Hi Michele, I’d thaw for 3 to 4 hours on the countertop before serving. To reheat an entire batch, I’d put them on a baking sheet, covere the sheet with aluminum foil, and place in a preheated 350°F oven until warm.
Thank you!
To clarify, when should the cupcakes be removed? Freeze with or without the liners?
I’d freeze them in the liners.
Can we use frozen blueberries instead?? They are less expensive and we could make these called “The best cheap easy blueberry muffins”😆🤣😅
Definitely, just add them while they’re still frozen so they don’t turn the batter purple. And the muffins may take a touch longer to bake as the frozen berries will make the batter a little cooler. Enjoy!
Jenn: I made this recipe for the first time this week. OMG. It is so wonderful. The best recipe I’ve tried. I don’t know what took me so long. Next time I will leave out sprinkling the top with sugar. The muffins would be great without it too.
I made these muffins a couple weeks ago. I made mini muffins for my granddaughters. They loved them and we did too! Best tasting muffins I’ve ever had. I’m making them again for vacation next week!
How long did you cook the mini muffins for?
Dear Jenn,
How do I make these as a cake rather than individual muffins?
Thank You!!
Hi Cheryl, If you want to make a cake, I’d recommend I think an 8-inch square baking pan would work. I’d start checking for doneness at about 35 – 40 minutes. Lmk know how it turns out!
Love this recipe, best muffins me and my husband have tried!
I want to bake these muffins for a birthday party and would like to use a mini muffin pan (24 servings instead of 12) to get smaller but more servings, do I need to adjust the baking time for that?
So glad you liked them! Yes, you can make minis here. I’d start checking them at 13 minutes. 😊
Can I omit the almond extract? If so, do I need to replace it with something? Love your recipes!
Sure, Casey – just replace with more vanilla. Enjoy!
Have been making these muffins for a while now and always forget to comment.
Just perfect. I do halve the sugar content but everything else is just as the recipe states.
They never fail to turn out perfectly and are a breeze to make. My teenagers love them.
Thanks Jenny
I don’t like almond flavoring, so was thinking of skipping that. Could I replace it with cinnamon? If so, how much would you recommend?
Hi Kimberly, I’m assuming you mean ground cinnamon, not cinnamon extract, right? If so, I’d recommend about 1/2 teaspoon. Enjoy!
Can I use cranberries instead of blueberries? Would I need to make any other changes? Thanks
Hi Judy, I think these would be too tart with fresh cranberries. You could use this recipe for muffins if you’d like to use cranberries. Hope that helps and that you enjoy if you make them!