Blueberry Muffins

Blueberry muffins are a quick and delicious dessert, often found in American movies, with a taste that takes you to the little cafes of New England. This simple recipe will help you prepare the perfect muffins, fluffy and fragrant, filled with fresh blueberries. Here’s how you can bring home a piece of the magic of these delights.

Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Number of servings: 12 muffins

Ingredients
- 150 g blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 300 g flour
- 4 eggs
- 200 g butter (at room temperature)
- 200 g sugar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- Zest of one orange
- 2 packets baking powder
- 3 tablespoons cold milk

Instructions

1. Prepare the ingredients: Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature, especially the butter, for better texture. If using frozen blueberries, let them thaw and drain excess water.

2. Prepare the buttercream: In a large bowl, add the softened butter and sugar. Use a mixer to combine these ingredients until you achieve a fluffy and light-colored cream. This step is essential for incorporating the air needed for fluffy muffins.

3. Adding flavors: Incorporate the vanilla sugar and orange zest. The orange zest will add a note of freshness and a special taste to your muffins.

4. Incorporating the eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Ensure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. This step will help stabilize the structure of the muffins.

5. Mixing the flour: Sift the flour together with the baking powder to avoid lumps. Gradually add the flour mixture to the buttercream, alternating with the 3 tablespoons of cold milk. Gently mix with a spatula until you achieve a homogeneous composition, but do not overmix to avoid making the muffins dense.

6. Incorporating the blueberries: Add the blueberries to the mixture and carefully mix using a spatula or wooden spoon. It is important to be gentle to avoid crushing the fruits.

7. Preparing the tray: Preheat the oven to 180°C. Place baking paper in the muffin tray. Fill each cup with the obtained mixture halfway to allow the muffins to rise beautifully during baking.

8. Baking: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes. You can check if they are done using the toothpick test; if it comes out clean, the muffins are ready.

9. Serving: Let the muffins cool in the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a rack to cool completely. They can be served warm or cold and remain fluffy the next day.

Tips and variations
- Vary the fruits: Instead of blueberries, you can use raspberries, strawberries, or even chunks of apple for a delicious variation.
- Add nuts: You can add 100 g of chopped nuts for extra texture and flavor.
- Flavor enhancements: Try adding a bit of almond extract for a unique taste.

Blueberry muffins are perfect for a savory breakfast or as a snack between meals. With this simple recipe, you can enjoy a quick and flavorful dessert that will bring a smile to the faces of your loved ones. Enjoy!