Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, thawed)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1/2 cup milk or yogurt
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 2 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, oil or melted butter, and milk or yogurt.
- Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the blueberries.
- Pour the mixture into a muffin tin, filling each muffin cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin 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, Fat: 10g, Carbs: 35g, Protein: 4g
Dish Characteristics:
- Light and fluffy texture.
- Sweet and slightly tangy taste due to the combination of sugar and yogurt or milk.
- Blueberries add a burst of fresh flavor and natural sweetness.
User Comments:
- "These muffins are so easy to make and taste amazing! My family loved them."
- "I used frozen blueberries and they still came out great. A great way to use up fresh or leftover blueberries."
- "These muffins are the perfect balance of sweet and healthy, definitely a keeper!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the batter, as this can lead to tough muffins.
- For best results, use fresh blueberries, but frozen will also work well. Make sure to thaw them before using.
- This recipe makes 8 muffins, so adjust the ingredients accordingly if you want to make more or fewer.
