Healthy Blueberry Delight Muffins
These Healthy Blueberry Delight Muffins are the perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth while keeping your health in check! Made with a blend of plain and wholemeal self-rising flours, these muffins are light, fluffy, and bursting with fresh blueberries. Utilizing a microwave for quick and easy preparation, they make for a delightful breakfast or snack. The combination of buttermilk and egg whites creates a moist texture without all the added fat. Whether you use fresh or frozen blueberries, these muffins will surely brighten your day!
12
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
plain flour
1 cup (sifted)
wholemeal self-rising flour
1 cup (sifted)
white sugar
1/4 cup
baking powder
2 teaspoons
bicarbonate of soda
1/2 teaspoon
ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon
ground mixed spice
1/4 teaspoon
egg white
1 (whisked)
buttermilk
1 1/2 cups
vegetable oil
6 teaspoons
blueberries
1 1/4 cups (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
1
Start by lining six custard cups with 2 paper liners each for easier muffin removal.
2
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the plain flour, wholemeal self-rising flour, sugar, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and spices. Set the dry mixture aside.
3
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg white, buttermilk, and vegetable oil until well combined.
4
Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredient mixture and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Then, fold in the blueberries for an even distribution.
5
Spoon half of the batter into each lined cup, filling them about halfway.
6
Place the custard cups in the microwave and cook on HIGH (90-100%) for 2 minutes. Rotate the cups halfway through cooking.
7
Continue microwaving on HIGH for an additional 2 minutes, or until the tops of the muffins are springy to the touch.
8
Carefully remove the muffins from the cups and let cool slightly. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Healthy Blueberry Delight Muffins?
Healthy Blueberry Delight Muffins are light and fluffy muffins made with a blend of plain and wholemeal flours, bursting with fresh or frozen blueberries.
How are these blueberry muffins cooked?
These muffins are prepared quickly and easily using a microwave on high power.
How many servings does this recipe produce?
This recipe makes 12 servings.
What makes these muffins a healthy choice?
They use wholemeal flour for fiber and utilize buttermilk and egg whites to maintain a moist texture without high fat content.
Can I use frozen blueberries for this recipe?
Yes, you can use either fresh or frozen blueberries.
What types of flour are required?
The recipe requires 1 cup of plain flour and 1 cup of wholemeal self-rising flour.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of white sugar.
What leavening agents are used?
The muffins use 2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda.
What spices add flavor to these muffins?
Ground cinnamon and ground mixed spice are used to enhance the flavor.
Do I need whole eggs for this recipe?
No, the recipe only requires one whisked egg white.
What is the liquid base for the batter?
The batter uses 1 1/2 cups of buttermilk and 6 teaspoons of vegetable oil.
How long do the muffins cook in the microwave?
The muffins cook on HIGH for a total of approximately 4 minutes (in two 2-minute intervals).
Why should I use two paper liners per cup?
Lining the custard cups with two liners makes it easier to remove the muffins after cooking.
Should I sift the dry ingredients?
Yes, it is recommended to sift the plain flour, wholemeal flour, sugar, and leavening agents together.
How should I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Pour the whisked buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
When do I add the blueberries?
Fold the blueberries into the batter after the wet and dry ingredients are just combined.
How much should I fill the muffin cups?
Fill each lined cup about halfway with the muffin batter.
Is it necessary to rotate the cups during cooking?
Yes, you should rotate the cups halfway through the first 2 minutes of microwave cooking.
How can I tell if the muffins are done?
The muffins are done when the tops are springy to the touch.
Should the muffins be cooled before eating?
Yes, remove them from the cups and let them cool slightly before serving.
What total quantity of blueberries is needed?
You will need 1 1/4 cups of blueberries.
Is this recipe considered low fat?
Yes, it is tagged as a low-fat recipe due to the use of egg whites and buttermilk.
Can I cook all the batter at once?
The instructions suggest cooking in batches if your microwave space is limited, repeating the process with the remaining batter.
What kind of container should I use for microwaving?
The recipe specifies using six custard cups.
What is the texture of these muffins?
They are described as light, fluffy, and moist.
Is this recipe quick to make?
Yes, the use of a microwave makes this a very quick and easy preparation.
What category does this recipe fall into?
It is categorized as a dessert, but also serves as a healthy breakfast or snack.
Are there any specific tags for this recipe?
Tags include dessert, muffins, blueberry, healthy, low fat, microwave, and quick.
What preparation is needed for the egg white?
The egg white should be whisked before being combined with other wet ingredients.
What temperature should the microwave be set to?
The microwave should be set to HIGH, which is 90-100% power.