Description
Delightful Fresh Strawberry Muffins are a scrumptious way to brighten your morning or satisfy your afternoon cravings. These soft, fluffy muffins combine the vibrant taste of fresh strawberries with a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. Perfect for any occasion, whether you’re enjoying them warm from the oven or as a tasty snack throughout the day, they’re sure to become a family favorite. With an easy recipe that takes just 35 minutes from start to finish, you can whip up these delightful treats whenever you need a sweet pick-me-up. Plus, they freeze beautifully, making them an ideal choice for meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries (chopped)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (whole or alternative)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Toss chopped strawberries with a tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, and melted butter; whisk until smooth.
- Gently mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in strawberries.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups, filling two-thirds full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use ripe strawberries for optimal sweetness. Add vanilla extract or lemon zest for additional flavor depth. Let muffins cool slightly before serving for the best texture.