Description
These Juicy Strawberry Yogurt Muffins are a delightful breakfast treat featuring moist, fluffy muffins packed with fresh strawberries and creamy Greek yogurt. Perfectly sweetened and lightly topped with coarse sugar for a delightful crunch, these muffins are easy to make and sure to brighten your morning.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating strawberries)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- â…“ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit
- 1 ½ cups fresh strawberries (diced)
Topping (Optional)
- Coarse sugar for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar, ensuring they are fully combined for an even rise.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, plain Greek yogurt, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
- Prepare strawberries: Toss the diced fresh strawberries with 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking during baking, then fold them gently into the batter.
- Fill muffin cups: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. If desired, sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar for a sweet crunch.
- Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool the muffins: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes to set before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, which helps maintain their texture.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with regular plain yogurt or sour cream for a slightly different texture and flavor.
- If fresh strawberries aren’t available, frozen strawberries can be used. Keep them frozen until just before folding into the batter to avoid excess moisture which can affect the texture.
