Blueberry Orange Crumble Muffins

Kristen Massad — Mon, 28 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000

These easy homemade Blueberry Orange Crumble Muffins are big in size and big in flavor! Fresh made from scratch muffins loaded with blueberries, a dash of cinnamon, fresh orange zest and a buttery crumble topping. These Blueberry Crumble Muffins would be a perfect way to wake up on Easter morning or enjoyed for any spring brunch.

Bursting with blueberries, a sprinkle of orange zest, the most tender crumb and a buttery crumble topping, these are truly The Best Blueberry Crumble Muffins. There is always a reason to make fresh muffins, whether it is for a quick and easy breakfast, easter or mothers day brunch or a ladies tea and there is nothing better than a blueberry muffin. I love the moist texture, the pops of blueberry flavor and a crunchy crumble texture makes a traditional blueberry muffin even better!

Muffins are a popular breakfast item in our family and we love changing it up with a new flavor every week! Banana Nut Muffins or Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins are two other favorites that we enjoy on a regular basis!

Ingredient Notes

Blueberries-Fresh or frozen blueberries work great in this recipe! I love using frozen because they add a little more juice and flavor once they are mixed into the muffin batter, but make sure to coat the blueberries with flour to ensure they mix into the batter evenly!

Orange- Fresh orange juice and orange zest add a delicious citrus pop into these muffins! If you are not an orange lover, you can eliminate the orange juice and zest from this recipe.

Greek Yogurt- Whole Greek Yogurt is the best for this muffin recipe. I don't use low fat because it will change the texture and moisture level, but greek yogurt can be substituted for sour cream if you prefer!

Step-by-Step Instructions

Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt and orange zest; set aside

Blueberries
Whether you are using fresh or frozen blueberries, one of the most important steps is to dust the blueberries with flour. This will ensure that the blueberries mix into the batter evenly and don't sink to the bottom.

Scoop The Muffin Batter Into The Muffin Pan
Once the batter is mixed together, scoop the batter into the muffin pan to fill ¾ full. Sprinkle the top of each muffin with the Orange Crumble Topping.

Bake Blueberry Orange Crumble Muffins
Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 20-22 minutes or until the muffins bounce back to the touch or a cake tester comes out clean. Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool completely before removing them from the pan

Helpful Tips and FAQ's To Make The Best Muffins

Blueberries
Fresh or frozen blueberries work great in this recipe! I love using frozen because they add a little more juice and flavor once they are mixed into the muffin batter, but make sure to coat the blueberries with flour to ensure they mix into the batter evenly!

Don't Over Mix Muffin Batter
Muffin batter is pretty thick and should not be over mixed or the muffins will not be tender and crumbly. Once the batter is mixed together, stop the mixer and fold in the blueberries.

Room Temperature Ingredients
Using room temperature butter and eggs will ensure that all ingredients mix together evenly!

Use an Ice Cream Scoop
Scooping muffin batter can be hard and messy, but using an ice cream scoop will keep this process super easy and clean.

I don't love orange flavor, can I replace it with lemon?

Blueberry goes great with lemon and would taste delicious! Just replace the zest with lemon zest and the juice with fresh lemon juice!

How do I store the leftover muffins?

If you have muffins left over place them in an air tight container or resealable plastic bag in a single layer and place on the on your counter for 3-4 days. If they will not be enjoyed for more than 4 days, I recommend freezing the muffins in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. When you are ready to eat them, allow the muffins to come to room temperature on the counter.

Can I microwave the muffins to make them warm?

Yes! I love a warm muffin. Place in the microwave for a maximum of 30 second to get a fresh out of the oven taste!

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