As an interior designer, I often find inspiration in the beauty of nature and the seasons. Right now, it’s blueberry season in Michigan, and there’s nothing quite like the taste of fresh-picked blueberries. Today, I’m excited to share a family favorite recipe: blueberry muffins. These are a staple in my mom’s house, so I’m carrying on the tradition in my own home.

Whether you’re starting your morning with a burst of berry goodness or enjoying a sweet treat in the afternoon, these muffins are the perfect way to celebrate the season. Let’s dive into the recipe and create some delicious memories!

Incredible Blueberry Muffins

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 3/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 cups blueberries, fresh or frozen

Topping:

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/3 cup flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup soft butter or margarine

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and prep muffin pan with liners
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a 2-cup glass measurer, combine vegetable oil, milk, and egg. Beat with a fork until the egg is blended with the milk.
4. Pour the liquid ingredients into the flour mixture. Stir just until the flour disappears.
5. Fold in the blueberries.
6. Pour the batter into the muffin pan with liners
7. In a small bowl, mix together the sugar, flour, cinnamon, and butter until crumbly.
8. Sprinkle the topping over the blueberry batter.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Enjoying the Muffins: These muffins are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, with a pat of butter or a drizzle of honey. They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. The combination of fresh blueberries and the sweet, crumbly topping is simply irresistible.

I hope you enjoy making and eating these blueberry muffins as much as my family does. They’re a wonderful way to celebrate the bounty of Michigan’s blueberry season and bring a little bit of our kitchen into yours. Happy baking!