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Blueberry Banana Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Cleo
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Blueberry Banana Muffins combine the sweetness of ripe bananas and the burst of fresh blueberries with a tender, moist crumb enriched by sour cream and walnuts. Perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack, they bake to golden perfection with a crunchy sparkling sugar topping.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Whole Nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 3/4 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Banana (mashed)
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract

Add-ins

  • 1 pint Fresh Blueberries
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons Sparkling Sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and place the rack in the middle position. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners to ensure easy removal later.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until thoroughly combined. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agents and spices.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk the unsalted butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until well combined. Add mashed banana, large eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream, mixing thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  4. Blend Batter: Gently fold the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients using a silicone spatula. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the batter and producing dry muffins.
  5. Incorporate Blueberries and Walnuts: Carefully fold in fresh blueberries and roasted walnuts, stirring just enough to evenly distribute them throughout the batter. The batter may be thicker than usual, which is normal for this recipe.
  6. Fill Muffin Cups: Using a large cookie scoop, evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each to the top for full, rounded muffins.
  7. Add Toppings: Press a few additional blueberries on top of each muffin and sprinkle with sparkling sugar to create a delightful crunch and sparkle after baking.
  8. Bake Initial High Heat: Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 5 minutes at 400°F (200°C). This initial high heat helps to give the muffins a nice rise.
  9. Reduce Temperature and Continue Baking: Lower the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue baking for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffin tops are puffed, golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before removing. Serve warm or at room temperature for a delicious treat.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins tender and moist.
  • Using ripe bananas enhances sweetness and flavor in the muffins.
  • Pressing blueberries on top before baking adds visual appeal and extra berry bites.
  • Sparkling sugar topping adds a crunchy, sweet crust but can be substituted with coarse sugar if unavailable.
  • These muffins freeze well; wrap tightly and thaw at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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