Blueberry Streusel Muffins

Craving a delicious muffin with a sweet, buttery crunch? These Blueberry Streusel Muffins are perfect for breakfast or a tasty afternoon snack.

With a soft, tender crumb, a burst of fresh blueberries, and a cinnamon-sugar streusel topping, they offer the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Making them for a special occasion or just to treat yourself, these muffins are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Ingredients List

Creating the perfect Blueberry Streusel Muffins requires a few key components that come together to create a mouthwatering treat. Here’s what you’ll need for both the streusel topping and the muffin batter:

Streusel Topping Ingredients

• ⅔ cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar
• ¼ cup (½ of a stick) salted butter, melted
• Pinch of cinnamon
• Pinch of salt

Muffin Ingredients

• 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup (2 sticks) salted butter, softened at room temperature
• 1 ⅓ cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup sour cream
• ½ cup whole milk
• 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries (tossed with 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour to coat)

Required Kitchen Tools

To make your Blueberry Streusel Muffins, having the right kitchen tools will ensure everything goes smoothly. Here are the essential tools you’ll need:

1. Muffin Tin: A standard muffin tin is required to bake the muffins. Be sure to line it with paper liners for easy cleanup.
2. Electric Mixer: A stand or hand mixer will help cream the butter and sugar together and ensure the batter is mixed to the perfect consistency.
3. Sifter or Sieve: To sift the dry ingredients together, a sifter or fine mesh sieve will help prevent lumps and make for a light, fluffy batter.
4. Measuring Cups and Spoons: Accurate measurements are key to achieving the perfect muffin texture, so make sure to have your measuring cups and spoons on hand.
5. Large Mixing Bowls: You’ll need several large bowls for mixing the dry and wet ingredients and for the streusel topping.

With these tools, you’ll be well-equipped to bake up a batch of scrumptious Blueberry Streusel Muffins.

Preparing the Streusel Topping

The streusel topping is what takes these muffins to the next level. It adds a sweet, crumbly texture that perfectly complements the soft, fluffy muffin base. Here’s how to prepare the topping:

Mixing the Streusel

1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, use a fork to mix together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt. This will help distribute the flavors evenly throughout the streusel.
2. Add Butter: Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture becomes crumbly. The butter should coat the dry ingredients, creating a coarse, sandy texture.
3. Set Aside: Once you’ve achieved a crumbly consistency, set the streusel mixture aside while you prepare the muffin batter.

Preparing the Muffin Batter

Now that you’ve prepared your streusel topping, it’s time to focus on making the muffin batter. With just the right balance of wet and dry ingredients, this batter will create a soft, flavorful base to pair perfectly with the blueberries and streusel topping.

Mixing the Dry Ingredients

1. Sift the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg. Sifting will help incorporate the ingredients evenly and ensure a light, airy texture for the muffins.
2. Set Aside: Set the dry ingredients aside and focus on the wet ingredients.

Mixing the Wet Ingredients

1. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another large bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together. Beat until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
2. Add the Eggs: Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. This ensures that the eggs are fully incorporated into the mixture.
3. Add Vanilla: Add the vanilla extract and mix to combine.
4. Combine Sour Cream and Milk: In a large measuring cup, whisk together the sour cream and whole milk until smooth.

Combining the Wet and Dry Ingredients

1. Alternate Adding Wet and Dry Mixtures: With the mixer on low speed, alternate adding the sifted dry ingredients and the sour cream-milk mixture. Begin with the dry ingredients and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be thick and somewhat lumpy.
2. Fold in the Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries that have been coated with flour. The flour helps prevent the blueberries from sinking to the bottom of the muffins as they bake.

Baking the Muffins

Now that you have your muffin batter ready and your streusel topping prepared, it’s time to bake these delicious muffins to golden perfection. Follow these steps for the perfect muffins every time:

Spoon the Batter into the Muffin Tin

1. Fill the Muffin Cups: Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup all the way to the top. This will give the muffins that lovely, domed shape.
2. Add the Streusel: Generously sprinkle the prepared streusel topping over the muffin batter. Gently press down the streusel to ensure it sticks to the muffin tops while baking.

Bake and Adjust the Temperature

1. Initial High-Temperature Bake: Place the muffin tin on the middle rack of your preheated oven at 425°F. Bake the muffins at this temperature for 5 minutes. This high heat will help the muffins rise quickly.
2. Lower the Temperature: After 5 minutes, do not open the oven door. Lower the oven temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cooling the Muffins

1. Cool in the Pan: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes. This allows them to firm up a bit before transferring.
2. Transfer to a Wire Rack: After the initial cooling, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps prevent them from becoming soggy and ensures they maintain a nice, tender crumb.

Conclusion

These Blueberry Streusel Muffins are a perfect combination of soft, moist muffin base and a crunchy, flavorful streusel topping. The burst of fresh blueberries adds a burst of natural sweetness in every bite.

Enjoyed with your morning coffee or as an afternoon treat, these muffins are sure to impress. With the tips and instructions provided, you can make these muffins with ease and enjoy them fresh out of the oven.