Ingredients
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- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup butter unsalted and softened (1 stick)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 1 ¾ cups fresh or frozen strawberries chopped and divided
- Turbinado sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat and prep: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F and lining your muffin pan with liners. This little step ensures your muffins come out cleanly every time.
- Chop the strawberries: If you’re using frozen strawberries, make sure they’re thawed first so you can chop them into small, bite-sized pieces. This helps them distribute evenly throughout the batter.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine your flour, baking powder, and salt. Give it a quick stir to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is key for that soft, tender crumb. (Don’t rush it—it takes about 3-5 minutes.)
- Add eggs and vanilla: Mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until the wet ingredients are smooth and well combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk, starting and ending with the dry mixture. This alternating method keeps the batter smooth and prevents overmixing.
- Fold in strawberries: Gently fold in 1 ½ cups of the chopped strawberries, reserving the rest for topping. Be careful not to overmix here; you want those berries to stay intact.
- Fill and top: Use an ice cream scoop to evenly divide the batter among the muffin liners. Top each muffin with a few pieces of the reserved strawberries and a sprinkle of turbinado sugar for that irresistible crunch.
- Bake to golden perfection: Bake the muffins for 25-35 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let them cool in the pan for 30 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Enjoy: Brew a fresh cup of coffee or tea, grab a warm muffin, and savor every bite.
Notes
Serving ideas: presentation is everything
Serve these muffins warm on a pretty platter with a side of whipped butter or cream cheese. Garnish the plate with a few fresh strawberries for a pop of color. These muffins also pair beautifully with a small bowl of Greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey for a balanced breakfast spread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert