Irresistible Bakery Blueberry Muffins

Craving that delightful taste of freshly baked goods straight from your favorite local bakery? Look no further! These Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins are your ticket to enjoying perfectly moist, generously studded blueberry goodness right in your own kitchen. Crowned with an irresistible, golden cinnamon sugar topping, these muffins are designed to impress and satisfy, making every bite a heavenly experience.

One of the best ways to ensure a relaxed and joyful morning, especially during busy times, is to prepare as much as possible the night before. This philosophy is at the heart of many of our cherished recipes. Imagine waking up to the aroma of freshly baked muffins without having to rush! Our Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins are designed with this convenience in mind, allowing you to enjoy precious moments with family instead of spending all your time in the kitchen.

Why These Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins Will Become Your Go-To Recipe

What makes these blueberry muffins stand out from the crowd? It’s simple: they embody everything you love about a bakery-quality muffin, but with the added warmth and satisfaction of being homemade. These aren’t just any muffins; they are a family favorite for a reason. Here’s why you’ll fall in love:

• Unbelievably Moist Texture: Forget dry, crumbly muffins. Our recipe yields a tender, incredibly moist crumb that practically melts in your mouth.
• Loaded with Juicy Blueberries: We don’t skimp on the star ingredient! Each muffin is generously packed with plump, juicy blueberries, bursting with flavor in every bite.
• Irresistible Cinnamon Sugar Topping: The pièce de résistance! This golden, crunchy topping adds a layer of sweet, spiced perfection that contrasts beautifully with the soft muffin below, creating that signature bakery appeal.

This recipe makes a perfect dozen muffins, making it ideal for sharing or stocking up for a few delicious breakfasts throughout the week. The added bonus? You can easily prepare these muffins the night before, making your mornings incredibly stress-free. Just imagine waking up, popping them in the oven, and having warm, fresh muffins ready to enjoy as soon as everyone is up!

The Magic of Blueberries: Fresh vs. Frozen

Blueberries are truly the stars of this recipe, providing vibrant color, natural sweetness, and a delightful burst of juiciness. Whether you opt for fresh or frozen, these muffins will be absolutely delicious. If using fresh blueberries, ensure they are ripe and firm. For frozen berries, there’s no need to thaw them beforehand! Simply toss them directly into the batter. A little trick to prevent frozen blueberries from sinking to the bottom of your muffins is to gently toss them with a tablespoon of flour before folding them into the batter. This light coating helps them stay suspended throughout, ensuring an even distribution in every muffin.

Crafting the Perfect Crumb Topping

The cinnamon sugar crumb topping is what truly elevates these from good muffins to “Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins.” It’s not just a garnish; it’s an essential textural and flavor component. The golden, slightly crisp streusel topping adds a delightful crunch that perfectly complements the soft, tender muffin base. Our updated method for the crumb topping makes it even easier to achieve that perfect consistency:

• Melted Butter Magic: Instead of cutting in cold butter, we now use melted butter that’s been slightly cooled. This simple change makes mixing the topping much easier and results in a more consistent, beautifully clumpy crumb.
• Sweet & Spiced Harmony: A blend of granulated sugar, flour, and a generous amount of ground cinnamon creates a fragrant and sweet crust that bakes up golden brown.

Don’t be shy when sprinkling this glorious topping over each muffin! The more crumb, the more “bakery style” they become.

Bakery Style Blueberry Muffin Ingredients

Gathering your ingredients is the first step to baking bliss. Here’s what you’ll need for these sensational muffins and their delectable crumb topping:

Muffins

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar, lightly packed
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• ½ tsp. kosher salt
• ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

Crumb Topping

• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon

More Make-Ahead Breakfast Delights

If you love the idea of effortless mornings with delicious food, you’ll appreciate these other fantastic make-ahead breakfast options. Just like these blueberry muffins, these recipes can be prepared the night before and baked fresh in the morning, making your special occasions or simply your everyday routine much smoother and more enjoyable:

• Mini Crabmeat Baked Egg Casseroles: A savory and elegant option that’s surprisingly easy to prepare.
• Maple Pecan French Toast Cups: Individual portions of classic French toast, perfect for a crowd or a cozy brunch.
• Sausage, Red Pepper and Onion Egg Bake: A hearty and flavorful casserole that’s a complete meal in itself.

Preparing any of these delicious recipes the night before means your breakfast experience will be as easy as can be, allowing you to focus on what truly matters – enjoying good food and great company.

Tips for Baking the Perfect Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins

Achieving those tall, domed tops and a perfectly moist interior is easier than you think with a few simple techniques:

1. Don’t Overmix: This is crucial for tender muffins. Mix the wet and dry ingredients just until combined. A few lumps are perfectly fine; overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, leading to tough muffins.
2. Fill ‘Em Up: For generous, bakery-sized muffins, fill your paper baking cups or lightly sprayed muffin cups almost to the top. This helps create those impressive domes.
3. The High-Heat Trick: Our secret to those beautiful domed tops is starting the baking at a higher temperature (400°F) for the first 5 minutes, then reducing it to a lower temperature (350°F) for the remaining baking time. The initial blast of heat causes the batter to rapidly rise, setting the muffin’s structure, while the lower temperature ensures a thorough cook without burning.
4. Extra Blueberries for Visual Appeal: After spooning the batter into the muffin cups and adding the crumb topping, you can gently press a few extra blueberries onto the surface of each muffin before baking. This adds even more visual appeal and ensures every muffin looks as good as it tastes. An extra half-cup of blueberries distributed this way is often perfect.
5. Check for Doneness: Bake until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached.
6. Cool on a Wire Rack: Once baked, remove the muffins from the pan and let them cool on a wire rack. This prevents the bottoms from getting soggy and helps maintain their perfect texture.

By following these simple tips, you’ll be consistently baking muffins that rival your favorite bakery’s finest!

Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins Recipe

Here’s the detailed recipe for making these incredible muffins. Get ready to bake a batch that will disappear in no time!

Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins

Author: Mary Ann Dwyer

Servings: 12 muffins

These Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins are loaded with blueberries and have an irresistible cinnamon sugar topping!

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 18 mins

Total Time: 33 mins

Ingredients

Muffins

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ¼ cup brown sugar, lightly packed
• 2 tsp. baking powder
• ½ tsp. kosher salt
• ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)

Crumb Topping

• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 ¼ tsp. ground cinnamon

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until well combined.
3. In a large separate bowl, add the lightly beaten egg, vegetable oil, and milk. Whisk these wet ingredients together until smooth.
4. Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture. Mix just until no dry streaks of flour remain; be careful not to overmix. Gently fold in the blueberries.
5. Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each almost to the top.

For the Crumb Topping:

6. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and ground cinnamon. Whisk them together.
7. Pour the slightly cooled melted butter into the sugar-flour mixture. Mix with a fork until moist crumbs form.
8. Generously sprinkle the crumb topping over the batter in each muffin cup.
9. Bake for 5 minutes at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Then, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and continue baking for an additional 13-15 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
10. Remove the muffin pan from the oven and let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• This recipe yields 12 delicious muffins. For maximum convenience, you can prepare the batter and crumb topping the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Assemble and bake in the morning for fresh, warm muffins.
• Using melted and slightly cooled butter for the crumb topping makes it easier to achieve the perfect crumbly consistency compared to cutting in cold butter.
• For an extra “bakery look,” gently press a few additional blueberries onto the top of each muffin before baking, after you’ve added the crumb topping.
• The two-temperature baking method (400°F for 5 minutes, then 350°F) is key to achieving those beautiful, domed muffin tops.

Nutrition

Calories: 228kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 91mg | Potassium: 136mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 163IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg

Keyword: bakery style muffins, blueberry muffins, crumb topping, homemade muffins

Cuisine: American

Course: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert

More Delicious Muffin Recipes to Inspire Your Baking

If you’ve enjoyed these Bakery Style Blueberry Muffins, you’ll love exploring other delightful muffin recipes that are equally simple and satisfying. Muffin baking is a fantastic way to enjoy homemade treats with endless possibilities for flavor combinations:

• Easy Chocolate Chip Muffins: A classic favorite that’s always a hit, perfect for a quick snack or breakfast treat.
• Morning Glory Muffins: Packed with fruits, vegetables, and nuts, these are a wholesome and flavorful option to start your day.
• Strawberry Lemon Muffins: A bright and zesty combination that’s perfect for spring and summer mornings.
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins: Embrace the cozy flavors of autumn with these spiced, chocolatey delights.

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