Baking Recipes | The Best Blueberry Muffins Recipe You Need to Try

Blueberry Muffins with Crumb Topping

Bursting with juicy berries and topped with a sweet cinnamon crumble, these blueberry muffins are a beloved treat for kids’ lunchboxes and cozy mornings. Based on the top-rated "To Die For Blueberry Muffins" recipe on AllRecipes (19,000+ made, 9,000+ 5-star reviews), it’s a must-try after a day of picking your own blueberries at our New Zealand farm.

Ingredients

Muffin Base

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries

Crumb Topping

  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup butter, cubed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon

Prep Time: 15 mins | Bake Time: 25 mins

Directions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Mix Muffin Batter: Combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. In a separate cup, mix oil, egg, and milk. Combine with dry ingredients. Gently fold in blueberries.
  3. Fill Muffin Cups: Fill liners to the top and sprinkle generously with crumb topping.
  4. Prepare Crumb Topping: Mix all topping ingredients with a fork until crumbly.
  5. Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

🫙 Storage & Make-Ahead

Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days. Freeze muffins (without topping) for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven before serving.

📍 Visit Our Blueberry Farm

We’re a blueberry and lavender farm in New Zealand. Come and experience our Summer Activities, including Pick Your Own Blueberries from December to January!

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