Sourdough Blueberry Muffins Recipe

Introduction

These sourdough blueberry muffins are a perfect blend of tangy and sweet with a tender crumb. Made with a sourdough starter discard, they offer a delightful depth of flavor and moist texture that will keep you coming back for more. Whether for breakfast or a snack, these muffins are both comforting and brightened by fresh blueberries.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
• ¼ cup almond flour (can substitute all purpose flour)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ cup light brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup sourdough starter discard
• ½ cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt (can substitute sour cream)
• 1 ½ cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
• Sparkling sugar, optional

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a muffin tin with muffin liners.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, sift together the all purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and kosher salt.
3. Step 3: Add about 2 tablespoons of the flour mixture to the blueberries and toss gently to coat. This helps prevent them from sinking in the batter.
4. Step 4: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
5. Step 5: Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture, whisking until fully combined and smooth.
6. Step 6: Stir in the sourdough starter discard and Greek yogurt, whisking until fully incorporated.
7. Step 7: Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients gently until just combined.
8. Step 8: Carefully fold in the coated blueberries along with any remaining flour in the bowl.
9. Step 9: Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each almost to the top. Sprinkle with sparkling sugar if desired for an added crunch.
10. Step 10: Bake at 400°F for about 25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to ensure even browning.
11. Step 11: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For a nut-free version, replace almond flour with equal parts all purpose flour.
• Use frozen blueberries straight from the freezer but do not thaw to keep the batter from turning purple.
• Swap Greek yogurt with sour cream for a richer texture.
• Add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter for a citrusy brightness.
• Sprinkling sparkling sugar on top before baking adds a delightful crunchy topping.

Storage

Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze muffins wrapped individually in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. To reheat, thaw at room temperature and warm in a microwave for 15-20 seconds or in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use sourdough starter that is not discard?

Yes, you can use active sourdough starter, but the flavor and rise may vary slightly. Using discard is ideal to reduce waste and maintain flavor balance.

What if I don’t have almond flour?

You can simply substitute the almond flour with all purpose flour in the same amount. The muffins may be a bit less tender but will still be delicious.

Sourdough Blueberry Muffins Recipe

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Delight in these moist and fluffy Sourdough Blueberry Muffins made with a blend of all-purpose and almond flour, enriched with melted butter, Greek yogurt, and tangy sourdough starter discard. Bursting with fresh or frozen blueberries, these muffins are perfectly spiced with cinnamon and lightly sweetened with brown and granulated sugars, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast or snack time.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Yield: 12 muffins 1x
• Category: Baking
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
• ¼ cup almond flour (substitute for all purpose flour)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¾ cup light brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup sourdough starter discard
• ½ cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt (substitute for sour cream)

Other

• 1 ½ cups blueberries, fresh or frozen
• Sparkling sugar, optional (for topping)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a muffin tin with muffin liners to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and kosher salt to evenly distribute the ingredients and aerate the mixture.
3. Coat Blueberries: Add about 2 tablespoons of the dry flour mixture to the blueberries and gently toss them to coat. This step helps prevent the blueberries from sinking to the bottom during baking.
4. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined.
5. Add Eggs and Flavor: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract into the wet mixture, whisking until smooth and uniform.
6. Incorporate Sourdough and Yogurt: Stir in the sourdough starter discard and plain full-fat Greek yogurt, whisking until fully blended into the batter.
7. Fold in Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, careful not to overmix, to maintain a tender crumb.
8. Add Blueberries: Carefully fold the coated blueberries along with any leftover flour from the bowl into the batter, ensuring even distribution without crushing the berries.
9. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin liners so that they are nearly full. Optionally, sprinkle sparkling sugar over the tops for a sweet, crunchy finish.
10. Bake Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven at 400°F for about 25 minutes. Rotate the muffin pan halfway through baking to promote even browning.
11. Cool: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving to allow flavors to set and prevent them from becoming soggy.

Notes

• Using almond flour adds a subtle nutty flavor but can be substituted entirely with all-purpose flour if preferred.
• Coating blueberries with flour prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the muffins during baking.
• Room temperature eggs help the batter mix more easily and incorporate better air.
• Greek yogurt can be used in place of sour cream for a tangy taste and moist texture.
• Sourdough starter discard adds a slight tang and improves the texture, but you can omit it if unavailable.
• Sparkling sugar on top adds a delightful crunch and sparkle but is optional.
• Make sure to not overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and tender.
• Use fresh or frozen blueberries; if frozen, do not thaw before mixing to avoid color bleeding.

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