Description
Jordan Marsh’s Blueberry Muffins are classic, moist, and fluffy muffins loaded with fresh blueberries. This nostalgic recipe delivers tender crumb texture with a perfect balance of sweetness, ideal for breakfast or a delightful snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
Fruit
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the muffins evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix these ingredients thoroughly to evenly distribute the leavening agents.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color. This creates a tender muffin texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overworking the batter.
- Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the batter to distribute them evenly without crushing.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Line a muffin tin with paper liners and scoop the batter evenly into each cup, filling them about 2/3 full.
- Bake Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins tender.
- Fresh blueberries provide the best flavor, but frozen can be used—do not thaw them before folding in to prevent color bleeding.
- Ensure butter is softened but not melted for proper creaming.
- Use paper liners for easy removal and cleaner baking pans.
- Check muffins a few minutes before the minimum bake time to avoid overbaking.
