Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (washed and patted dry)
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil (such as canola or sunflower oil)
- 1/2 cup low-sugar natural yoghurt
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, yoghurt, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry mixture and gently fold in the blueberries.
- Scoop the muffin mixture into muffin cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approx. 250 per muffin (depending on the exact ingredients used)
- Carbohydrates, Fats, Protein: See detailed nutritional chart for exact values.
Dish Characteristics:
- Moist and tender texture with a slight crispness on the outside.
- A balance of sweet and sour taste with the natural tang of blueberries.
- A healthy alternative to traditional muffins with reduced sugar and using low-sugar yoghurt.
User Comments:
- "These muffins are amazing! The blueberry flavor is so fresh and the texture is perfect."
- "I love the balance of flavors in these muffins. They are not too sweet and are very moist."
- "These are a great healthy alternative to regular muffins. I will definitely make them again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to wash and pat dry the blueberries before using to prevent excess moisture in the muffin mixture.
- Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor and texture. If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them before adding to the mixture.
- For best results, use a scale to measure ingredients accurately. Over-measuring flour can lead to dense muffins.
