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Easy Rhubarb Muffins (Bakery-Style, Super Moist)


  • Author: Lily Jason
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These easy rhubarb muffins are moist, bakery-style, and packed with tangy pink pieces. One-bowl batter, crumb topping, and freezer-friendly for busy mornings.


Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon fine salt

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed

1/2 cup neutral oil (vegetable or canola)

3/4 cup buttermilk (or whole milk plus 2 teaspoons lemon juice, rested 5 minutes)

2 large eggs, at room temperature

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 to 2 1/2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb, cut into 1/2 inch pieces

OPTIONAL CRUMB TOPPING:

1/3 cup all-purpose flour

1/3 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup cold butter, diced

Pinch of ground cinnamon


Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.

2. Rinse the rhubarb, trim the ends, discard the leaves, and cut the stalks into 1/2 inch pieces. Pat dry with a clean towel.

3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until evenly combined.

4. In a separate bowl or large measuring jug, whisk the oil, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.

5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently just until no dry streaks of flour remain.

6. Fold in the chopped rhubarb until the pieces are evenly distributed through the batter.

7. For the crumb topping, rub the flour, sugar, butter, and cinnamon together with your fingertips until coarse crumbs form.

8. Divide the batter between the 12 muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full, and mound slightly for high domes if desired.

9. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over each muffin.

10. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.

11. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.

12. Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers airtight or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Use firm, fresh rhubarb stalks and always discard the leaves.

For more fiber, you can replace part of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour and retest the recipe.

These rhubarb muffins freeze well. Cool completely, wrap individually, and freeze for up to 3 months.

Reheat frozen muffins in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds or in a 300°F oven until warmed through.

Pair with coffee, tea, or yogurt for a simple breakfast or snack.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American, Family Comfort

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 170
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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