Little Bird's Berry Bliss Muffins
These delightful, golden-brown muffins are bursting with plump berries, a hint of citrus, and a delicate crumb. Perfect for a morning treat or an afternoon pick-me-up, they're easy to make and guaranteed to bring a smile to anyone's face, much like a cheerful little bird's song.
Directions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- 3
In a separate medium bowl, combine the egg, buttermilk, melted butter, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.
- 5
Gently fold in the fresh mixed berries. Be careful not to crush them.
- 6
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- 7
Sprinkle the tops of the muffins with coarse sugar for added sparkle and crunch.
- 8
Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.