Jordan Marsh Style Blueberry Muffins

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (use fresh for best results)
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil (like canola or sunflower)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined (do not overmix).
5. Fold in the blueberries.
6. Fill muffin cups with the batter (use paper liners or grease the cups first). Fill them about 3/4 full.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Let cool for a few minutes before removing from the pan and serving.

Nutritional Information: (per muffin, assuming 8 muffins per batch)

• Calories: Approx. 250-300 per muffin (depending on the size)
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g (depending on the use of whole wheat flour)

Dish Characteristics:

• Soft and moist texture with a slight crispness on the outside.
• A sweet and slightly tangy taste due to the blueberries.
• Great for breakfast, snack, or as a dessert paired with tea or coffee.

User Comments:

1. "These muffins are amazing! The blueberry flavor is so fresh and the texture is perfect."
2. "I made these for my family and they loved them! The blueberries give a nice burst of flavor."
3. "I love how easy this recipe is to make. The muffins are delicious and the perfect size for a snack."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh blueberries for best results but frozen ones will also work well.
• Do not overmix the batter; this can lead to tough muffins.
• Line the muffin cups with paper liners or grease them to ensure easy removal after baking.