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Sourdough Blueberry Muffins

Delightful sourdough blueberry muffins that combine the tanginess of sourdough with the sweetness of blueberries, perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 190 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Structure
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar Sweetness
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup sourdough discard Unfed, moisture and tanginess
  • 0.5 cups whole milk Moisture
  • 0.5 cups neutral oil Like vegetable or canola, moisture
  • 1 large egg Binding agent
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavor
  • 1 cups fresh or frozen blueberries Juicy sweetness

For the Crumble Topping (optional)

  • 0.25 cups all-purpose flour For optional crumble topping, texture
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar Packed, caramel notes
  • 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter Cut into small cubes, richness

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the sourdough discard, whole milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  • Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients using a rubber spatula until just combined.
  • Carefully fold in the blueberries.
  • Line your muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly. Spoon the batter into each cup, filling them about two-thirds full.
  • For the crumble topping, mix the flour, brown sugar, and butter until coarse crumbs form, then sprinkle over the muffin tops.

Baking

  • Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-22 minutes or until the tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

These muffins are versatile and can be enjoyed at any time, making for a delightful snack or breakfast option. Store them in an airtight container for freshness.
Keyword Baking, Blueberry Muffins, Comfort Food, Snacks, sourdough