Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (or mixed with other fresh fruit like peaches)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the blueberries (or mixed fruit).
- Scoop the muffin mixture into muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan and serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per muffin, based on recipe making 8 muffins)
- Calories: Approx. 250 calories per muffin
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 4g
- Fiber: 2g (depending on the fruit content)
Dish Characteristics:
- These muffins are a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors from the blueberries and peaches (or mixed fruit).
- The texture is soft and moist, with a slightly crispy top.
- They are suitable for breakfast, snack, or even as a dessert paired with coffee or tea.
User Comments:
- "These muffins were delicious! The blueberry and peach combination was a great surprise in every bite." - John Doe
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make, and the result is always perfect. My family loves these muffins." - Jane Smith
- "This is a great recipe for weekend baking with the family. The kids love helping out with this one." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries. If using frozen, do not thaw before mixing into the batter.
- For best results, do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins.
- If desired, you can add chopped walnuts or almonds for additional crunch and flavor.
- Muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
