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Healthy Blueberry Muffins Recipe

Healthy Blueberry Muffins Recipe  - Freshly Ingredients

Imagine starting your day with a soft, warm blueberry muffin in hand, perfectly paired with a steaming cup of coffee or a refreshing glass of almond milk. 
Or perhaps you enjoy them as a midday snack alongside a dollop of Greek yogurt. The vibrant and sweet flavor of blueberries adds a burst of joy, complementing the creamy yogurt or the rich notes of coffee. 
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 242

Ingredients
  

  • cups fresh blueberries
  • ¾ cup full-fat Greek yogurt plain or vanilla
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 large pasture-raised eggs
  • cups unbleached all-purpose flour
  • cup light vegetable oil or avocado oil
  • ¾ cup natural cane sugar
  • ¼ cup whole milk
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • cup packed light brown sugar
  • ½ cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter

Method
 

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
Step 2: Prepare the Blueberries
  1. Rinse your fresh blueberries under cool water. Pat them dry with a paper towel. Gently toss the berries with a tablespoon of flour to coat them lightly. This helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the muffins during the baking process.
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, eggs, almond extract, vanilla extract, vegetable oil, and whole milk until smooth. You want a creamy consistency here, as it sets the base for the muffins.
Step 4: Combine the Dry Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, fine sea salt, and lemon zest. Sifting helps aerate the flour, ensuring that your muffins are light and fluffy.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
  1. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Be careful not to overmix. A few lumps are perfectly okay; they’ll bake out.
Step 6: Add the Blueberries
  1. Fold the coated blueberries into the batter. I usually reserve a few to place on top for that inviting “fresh-out-of-the-oven” look.
Step 7: Prepare the Crumble Topping
  1. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, and butter. Use your fingers or a fork to mix until crumbly. It should resemble wet sand.
Step 8: Bake
  1. Scoop the muffin batter into your prepared tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full. Sprinkle the crumble topping generously over each muffin. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 9: Cool
  1. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Blueberries: Fresh blueberries are ideal, but frozen work in a pinch. Just add them frozen without thawing.
Greek Yogurt: This ingredient contributes moisture while keeping the muffins rich. Opt for plain for best results, or try a flavored one for an extra hint of flavor.
Flour: Make sure to spoon and level your flour to avoid packing it too tightly. This ensures the right texture for your muffins.
Oil: Avocado oil has a high smoke point and a neutral flavor, making it an excellent choice if you want the vanilla and almond to shine.
Lemon Zest: A small amount of zest adds brightness without making the muffins taste citrusy. It complements the blueberries beautifully.