Ingredients and Weight:
- Skyr (Icelandic yogurt): 2 cups (450g)
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250g)
- Sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh blueberries: 1 cup (150g)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Unsalted butter: ½ cup (113g), melted and cooled
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, combine the skyr, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the fresh blueberries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes before removing from the tin and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Per muffin, based on 8 total muffins)
Calories: Approx. 300
Fat: Approx. 12g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 45g
Protein: Approx. 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- These muffins are soft and tender with a slight tang from the skyr.
- The blueberries add a burst of fresh flavor and provide a pop of color.
- The vanilla extract enhances the flavor of the skyr, creating a delightful sweet and savory combination.
User Comments:
- "These muffins were delicious! The skyr gave them a unique flavor that I really enjoyed." - John Doe, New York
- "I love the combination of blueberries and skyr in these muffins. They were moist and flavorful." - Jane Smith, San Francisco
- "These muffins were easy to make and were a hit with my family. Will definitely make them again." - Michael Johnson, Los Angeles
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh blueberries for best results. If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw before adding to the batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid toughening the muffins. Mix until just combined.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute gluten-free flour for the all-purpose flour and check that all other ingredients are gluten-free.
