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💙 Cheap Homemade Blueberry Muffins 💙
Simple. Sweet. Satisfying. These blueberry muffins are a classic bakery treat made with budget-friendly pantry staples, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime snacking. Whether you’re baking for your family, a cozy date, or just for yourself with a warm cup of tea—this recipe brings golden-baked joy in every bite!
📜 A Little Muffin History
Muffins originated in the United Kingdom in the 18th century but became an American breakfast staple in the 19th century. Blueberry muffins became particularly popular in the U.S. due to the abundance of wild blueberries in the Northeast. With the invention of baking powder and soda, muffins became lighter, fluffier, and quicker to bake—hence their nickname “quick breads.”
🫐 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
Wet Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk (any kind – dairy or plant-based)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for coating blueberries – prevents sinking)
🍴 Instructions
- Prep Time!
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with 12 paper liners or lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray. - Dry Mix:
In a large bowl, whisk together 1½ cups flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. - Wet Mix:
In a separate medium bowl or jug, whisk together the oil, egg, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. - Combine:
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined—don’t overmix, or your muffins might turn dense. - Blueberry Magic:
Toss the blueberries with 2 tbsp of flour (this helps prevent them from sinking). Gently fold the blueberries into the batter. - Fill the Tin:
Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Fill each about ¾ full. - Bake Time:
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are golden. - Cool Down:
Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely… or enjoy warm!
🧪 Baking Method & Tips
- Don’t overmix: This is the golden muffin rule! Lumpy batter is fine.
- Frozen blueberries? No problem! Just don’t thaw them—add straight from the freezer.
- Make it crispy on top: Sprinkle a little sugar on top before baking for that café-style crust.
- Extra moist version: Add 2 tbsp plain yogurt or sour cream to the wet mixture for richness.
🫶 Muffins Made with Love
Whether baked for a lazy weekend breakfast or lovingly packed into a lunchbox, these muffins bring joy to the people you care about. Kids love them. Partners love them. And best of all—you’ll love them too.
Perfect to share over morning coffee, afternoon tea, or midnight cravings with someone you adore.
💬 In Conclusion
Cheap Homemade Blueberry Muffins prove that you don’t need fancy ingredients or expensive equipment to make something truly wonderful. They’re simple, honest, fluffy, and bursting with berries. Like good love, they’re sweet and warm and easy to make over and over again. 💙
Would you like a version with lemon zest, cinnamon crumble topping, or turned into a mini loaf? Just let me know!