Rhubarb crisp muffins –Indulging in the delightful combination of flavors from the garden, these Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Muffins are an absolute treat for the senses! Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, they’re bursting with sweet and tangy goodness. Let’s dive into the recipe and bring these muffins to life!
Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Muffins
These muffins are soft, fluffy, and packed with delicious strawberry and rhubarb fillings. Each bite offers a wonderful contrast between the sweet strawberries and the tartness of rhubarb, elevated by a crunchy crisp topping. You will love the simplicity of making these from scratch.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make these delightful muffins:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup diced strawberries
- 1 cup diced rhubarb
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for the crumble topping)
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Muffins:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Gently fold in the diced strawberries and rhubarb until distributed evenly throughout the batter.
- To make the crumble topping, combine the brown sugar, oats, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Mix in a tablespoon of melted butter if desired.
- Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter and sprinkle the crumble topping generously over each muffin.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp Muffins make for a charming addition to any brunch, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy at home. Enjoy every delicious bite!