Budget Christmas Blueberry Muffins (Print)

Light, festive muffins filled with juicy blueberries, ideal for cozy holiday mornings and easy preparation.

# Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
10 - 1/3 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - Zest of 1 orange

→ Fruit

13 - 1 1/4 cups frozen or fresh blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)

→ Optional Topping

14 - 2 tablespoons coarse sugar
15 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest until fully combined.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
05 - Gently fold the blueberries into the batter to evenly distribute without breaking them.
06 - Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
07 - If desired, combine coarse sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle atop each muffin for a festive finish.
08 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
09 - Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to make with simple pantry staples and minimal prep time.
  • Budget-friendly ingredients without sacrificing festive flavor.
  • Moist, fluffy texture with bursts of juicy blueberries in every bite.
  • Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and fresh orange zest for a holiday flair.
  • Versatile enough for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.
02 -
  • Do not overmix the batter; a few lumps are okay for tender muffins.
  • Use frozen blueberries straight from the freezer to avoid color bleed.
  • For extra flavor, toast the coarse sugar topping before baking.
  • Line muffin tins with paper liners for easy cleanup and removal.
  • Ensure oven temperature is accurate for perfect rise and texture.
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