Blackberry Muffins

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Blackberry muffins are perfect for snacking or breakfast. Whether you use fresh or frozen berries these are quick to make!

Nothing beats muffins. I think they are one of the easiest baked goods, and most recipes lend themselves to being a framework where you can add whatever you like to make them your own.

Looking to use fresh ground flour? Honey Whole Wheat Muffins fit the bill! Got bananas to use up? Sourdough Banana Bread Muffins are delicious with the added bonus of sourdough for sensitive tummies.

Key Ingredients

Flour - I keep a bucket of organic all-purpose flour on hand for baking whims, especially when the kids want to be independent.

Yogurt - We're using regular yogurt here, not Greek. You can purchase plain or use your Homemade Yogurt.

Butter - One of the easiest fats to use in baking!

Berries - We used blackberries as they are often abundant when we are foraging.

How to Make Easy Blackberry Muffins

***See recipe card below for precise measurements and instructions.***

Step 1: Whisk dry ingredients to combine.

Step 2: Whisk wet ingredients until smooth.

Blackberries being stirred into muffin batter.

Step 3: Add wet to dry and stir only until just combined.

Step 4: Gently fold in blackberries.

Blackberry muffin batter in a mixing bowl.

Step 5: Make sure batter is thin enough for muffins.

Step 6: Add to prepared muffin tin and bake.

FAQs

Do I need to line my muffin tin with papers?

I definitely do when I'm using berries. They really like to stick to the pan and no one wants sad, torn muffins! Also allowing them to cool completely before peeling the paper off and enjoying will help keep them whole. And obviously I'm kidding - we of course eat torn up muffins! But I find using liners you have a better chance of keeping them whole and pretty.

How do I store muffins?

Especially with berries, they like to mold quite quickly. Especially if it is the warmer months, you should store them in the fridge after a day or two. Muffins also freeze beautifully! Label well so you know what type they are, and I take them out of the freezer at night to thaw for breakfast.

Can I use frozen berries?

You can always use fresh or frozen berries in muffins. If using fresh, you are good to go. Just dry well after washing. For frozen, your batter is least likely to turn colours if you add them straight from the freezer. Stir in and dish and bake. If you have taken them out to thaw, drain well to remove any excess moisture.

What yogurt is best in muffins?

I pick a plain, unsweetened version if shopping. Otherwise I generally have homemade yogurt in the fridge. Sometimes we have it sweetened with honey which is fine. Don't use Greek, it's too thick. If you feel like your yogurt is quite thick, you can thin it with some milk in a measuring cup to the proper measurement. Otherwise feel free to just stir in some splashes of milk if your batter seems thicker than your typical muffins.

Baked blackberry muffins in a muffin tin.

Photos by Dante from Shire by the Sea

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