These fresh strawberry muffins use diced ripe strawberries folded into a simple, tender batter. They bake in about 20 minutes and can be dusted with powdered sugar once cool. Enjoy them with coffee or pack them for a picnic.

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Ingredients

To make these fresh strawberry muffins, you’ll need:

All-Purpose Flour – 2 cups
Granulated Sugar – ¾ cup
Baking Powder – 2 teaspoons
Salt – ½ teaspoon
Eggs – 2 large
Milk – ¾ cup
Vegetable Oil – ½ cup
Vanilla Extract – 1 teaspoon
Fresh Strawberries – 1 ½ cups, diced
Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat Your Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. Fold in the Strawberries

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the diced strawberries gently.

5. Fill the Muffin Tin

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.

6. Bake the Muffins

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Optional Finishing Touch

Once cooled, dust the muffins with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

Tips for Success

Use Fresh Strawberries: For the best flavour, use ripe and juicy strawberries.
Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the batter can make the muffins dense instead of fluffy.
Add a Crunchy Topping: Sprinkle coarse sugar or streusel on top of the muffins before baking for added texture.

Fresh strawberry muffins are a delightful way to enjoy the natural sweetness of strawberries. They’re easy to make, versatile, and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of coffee or packing them for a picnic, these muffins are sure to bring a smile to your face.

Try this recipe today and let the aroma of freshly baked strawberry muffins fill your kitchen. Don’t forget to share your creations and tag us on social media!

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I keep strawberry muffins fluffy?

Stir the wet ingredients into the dry just until combined. Overmixing makes the muffins dense.

How do I know when the muffins are done?

Bake them at 375°F (190°C) for 18 to 22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.

How can I add a crunchy topping?

Sprinkle coarse sugar or streusel over the batter before baking.

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