Delightful Strawberry Muffins
These Delightful Strawberry Muffins are a scrumptious treat that brings the taste of summer to your table, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a heartfelt gift for teachers, a sweet contribution to church socials, or simply a delightful snack to enjoy with your morning coffee, these muffins are a hit! Bursting with juicy strawberries, they're wonderfully moist and lightly sweetened, ensuring that every bite is a morsel of happiness. Trust me, these muffins are so good, you’ll wish you had made more!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
All-purpose flour
2 cups (Unbleached, sifted.)
Baking powder
2 teaspoons (Ensure it's fresh for best results.)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (Regular table salt is fine.)
Granulated sugar
1 cup (For mixing into the batter.)
Granulated sugar
6 teaspoons (For sprinkling on top of muffins.)
Fresh strawberries
1 1/2 cups (Chopped into small pieces.)
Large eggs
2 (Beaten.)
Unsalted butter
1/2 to 1 cup (Melted.)
Milk
1/2 cup (Whole milk works best.)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (Pure vanilla extract is ideal.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1 cup of sugar until well combined.
3
Gently fold in the chopped strawberries to the dry mixture, ensuring they are coated with flour so they won’t sink during baking. Set this mixture aside.
4
In a separate small bowl, beat the eggs, then whisk in the melted unsalted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
5
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
6
Spoon the muffin batter evenly into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7
Sprinkle about 1/2 teaspoon of sugar on top of each muffin for a sweet, crunchy topping.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delightful Strawberry Muffins?
They are a scrumptious treat bursting with juicy strawberries, perfect for summer, gifts, or morning snacks.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How should I prepare the muffin tin?
Line the muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
What dry ingredients are used in the batter?
The dry ingredients include 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 cup of granulated sugar.
How do I prevent the strawberries from sinking?
Gently fold the chopped strawberries into the dry mixture so they are coated with flour before adding wet ingredients.
What type of flour is recommended?
Unbleached, sifted all-purpose flour is recommended.
How should the strawberries be prepared?
Fresh strawberries should be chopped into small pieces, totaling 1.5 cups.
What liquid ingredients are required?
The recipe calls for 2 beaten eggs, melted unsalted butter, 1/2 cup of milk, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Is it okay to have lumps in the batter?
Yes, stir gently until just combined; a few lumps are okay to avoid overmixing.
How much should I fill each muffin cup?
Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full.
What is the topping for these muffins?
Sprinkle about 1/2 teaspoon of granulated sugar on top of each muffin before baking.
How long do the muffins need to bake?
Bake for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
How should the muffins be cooled?
Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Are these muffins suitable for gifting?
Yes, they make a heartfelt gift for teachers or a sweet contribution to church socials.
What type of milk works best?
Whole milk works best for this recipe.
How much butter is needed?
You will need between 1/2 to 1 cup of melted unsalted butter.
What type of vanilla extract should I use?
Pure vanilla extract is ideal for the best flavor.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients in this recipe.
What is the texture of these muffins?
These muffins are wonderfully moist and lightly sweetened.
Can I use table salt?
Yes, regular table salt is fine for this recipe.
Should the baking powder be fresh?
Yes, ensure the baking powder is fresh for the best rising results.
How many eggs are used?
The recipe requires 2 large, beaten eggs.
What is the purpose of the sugar on top?
The sugar on top creates a sweet, crunchy topping.
Is this recipe considered a quick bread?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick bread and a dessert.
How much sugar goes into the batter?
One cup of granulated sugar is mixed into the batter.
How much sugar is used for the topping in total?
Approximately 6 teaspoons of granulated sugar are used for sprinkling.
What are some common occasions for these muffins?
They are perfect for summer treats, socials, snacks, and teacher gifts.
How do I know the muffins are done?
The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Why should I whisk the dry ingredients together first?
Whisking ensures the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar are well combined.
What is the first step of the recipe?
The first step is to preheat the oven and prepare the muffin tin.