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Blueberry Muffins

This recipe yields classic blueberry muffins with a tender crumb and a beautiful rise, thanks to specific mixing and baking techniques. It emphasizes careful ingredient incorporation and precise temperature control to achieve a perfect texture. Fresh blueberries are incorporated throughout the batter and sprinkled on top for a burst of fruity flavor, making these ideal for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine british
Servings 12 people
Calories 1158.6 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Muffin Tin
  • 2 Large Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Sifter
  • 1 #20 Ice Cream Scoop

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 12 1/2 ounces cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • Heavy pinch salt
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup yogurt
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
  • Vegetable spray for the muffin tins

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 380 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt and set aside.
  • In another large bowl, whisk together the sugar, oil, egg and yogurt. Add the dry ingredients reserving 1 tablespoon of the dry ingredients and toss with the blueberries. Stir mixture for a count of 10. Add 1 cup blueberries to mixture and stir 3 more times. Reserve the 1/2 cup of blueberries.
  • Using a #20 ice cream scoop, add the mixture to greased muffin pans. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of berries on top of muffins and press down lightly. Place into the oven and increase the temperature to 400 degrees. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, rotating pan halfway through. Remove from oven and turn out, upside down on tea towel to cool completely. Serve immediately or store in airtight container for 2 to 3 days.

Notes

The recipe's instruction to preheat at 380°F and then increase to 400°F after loading creates a powerful oven spring, resulting in beautifully domed muffins. Crucially, avoid overmixing the batter; the 'stir for a count of 10' and then '3 more times' is precise for a reason – it ensures a tender, light crumb. Overmixing develops gluten, leading to tough muffins. Tossing a portion of blueberries with dry ingredients helps suspend them evenly throughout the batter, preventing them from sinking. Reserving some for the top adds a lovely visual and fresh burst of flavor. Cooling upside down on a tea towel prevents moisture buildup, ensuring a perfectly crisp bottom.