Buttermilk Blueberry Muffins with Brown Sugar Crumble

There is nothing better than a good blueberry muffin. It's the perfect grab and go breakfast or quick snack that is both delicious and hearty. Muffins in general can be tedious, and sensitive to over mixing. However, when you get the batter just right, they can't be beat. 

My theory is more is always better, and that definitely applies to the amount of blueberries in these beauties. The blueberries pop and release their sweet, tart juices which sends these muffins to the next level. You can also use other berries if you prefer such as blackberries, raspberries, or cranberries. 

The muffin:

2 Cups flour, sifted

2 1/2 t. Baking Powder

1 t. Salt

1/2 Cup butter, Softened 

1/2 Cup sugar

1/2 Cup brown sugar

2 Eggs

2 t. Vanilla extract

1/2 Cup buttermilk

2 1/2 Cups fresh or frozen blueberries (I used fresh.)

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.

2. Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt and set aside.

3. Beat the softened butter and sugar together until creamy. 

4. Add the eggs one at a time until just blended. Beat for about 30 seconds once both eggs are combined. 

5. Using a spatula, stir in a small amount of flour followed by a small amount of buttermilk. Continue this process until all the flour mixture and buttermilk is combined. 

6. Gently fold in the blueberries. Do not over mix. 

7. Generously fill a lined and sprayed muffin pan, should make about 12 muffins. 

The Crumble:

1/2 Cup Flour

1/2 Cup brown sugar

1/2 t. cinnamon

1/4 t. allspice 

3-4 Tbsp butter, small diced 

Directions:

1. Mix together all the dry ingredients.

2. Cut in the butter until it resembles small peas.

3. Top each muffin with a good amount of crumble. 

Bake the muffins for about 20-25 minutes. To check for doneness, stick a toothpick in the middle of one muffin. If the toothpick comes out clean, the muffins are done. These kept well for about 3 days. If you would like them to keep for longer, use half butter and half oil instead. 

And yes, these are Greg approved. Enjoy!