Enjoy these Zesty Blueberry Burst Muffins, a delightful twist on a classic, featuring the bright flavors of lemon zest and juice with juicy blueberries.
Author:inass sped
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:12 muffins 1x
Category:Breakfast
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
Zest of 1 lemon
½ cup buttermilk
1 large egg
â…“ cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold until just combined; do not overmix.
Gently fold in the blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes.
Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm and enjoy the delightful burst of flavor!
Notes
For a dairy-free option, use plant-based milk and coconut oil or vegan butter.
You can add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
Consider adding cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spice note.
A lemon glaze drizzle after cooling can enhance the flavor.