Today, I’m excited to share with you my favorite recipe for classic blackberry muffins. This recipe yields 12 perfectly moist and flavorful muffins, studded with bursts of tangy-sweet blackberries and enhanced with a touch of vanilla extract for that extra something special.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with butter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract. The mixture should be smooth and creamy.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined – be careful not to overmix!
- Fold in Blackberries: Gently fold in the fresh blackberries, being careful not to crush them.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Muffin Perfection
- Don’t Overmix: For tender, fluffy muffins, mix the batter until just combined. Overmixing can lead to tough, dense muffins.
- Fresh is Best: While you can use frozen blackberries in a pinch, fresh berries will give you the best flavor and texture.
- Vanilla Magic: The vanilla extract in this recipe isn’t just an afterthought – it enhances the sweetness of the berries and adds depth to the overall flavor profile.
As you bite into one of these warm, fragrant muffins, close your eyes and let the flavors transport you to a sun-drenched berry patch. The tartness of the blackberries perfectly balances the sweet, vanilla-scented crumb, creating a harmonious blend that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Why not make a batch this weekend and share the joy of homemade blackberry muffins with your loved ones? Trust me, there’s no better way to start a day than with the sweet aroma of these classic treats filling your home.
Happy baking, and don’t forget to share your muffin masterpieces with us on social media using #ClassicBlackberryMuffins!
