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Fresh Strawberry Muffins

These strawberry muffins showcase the natural juiciness and sweetness of ripe berries, baked into tender, golden treats. The batter is simple to mix, with juicy strawberries folded in before baking, resulting in a moist, bursting-with-flavor muffin. Perfect for a bright morning or a nostalgic afternoon snack, their appearance is warmly golden with vibrant red specks of strawberry inside.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • pinch salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and chopped

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, crack in the eggs and whisk until slightly frothy and smooth.
  4. Pour in the melted butter and vanilla extract, then stir until the mixture is well combined and fragrant.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, being careful not to crush them so they stay juicy and evenly distributed.
  6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in batches, folding gently just until no streaks remain. Do not overmix to keep the muffins tender.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. You’ll see bits of strawberry peeking out.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. The muffins will smell sweet and fruity as they bake.
  9. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for about 5 minutes; then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely or enjoy warm.
  10. If desired, dust with powdered sugar or serve as is, letting the juicy strawberries add bursts of flavor with every bite.