Calling all muffin enthusiasts, dessert connoisseurs, and citrus lovers! Embark on a culinary adventure as we uncover the secrets behind crafting the perfect blackberry lemon and thyme muffins. These delectable treats are bursting with a symphony of flavors, combining the sweetness of plump blackberries, the vibrant zest of citrusy lemons, and the aromatic essence of earthy thyme. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this guide will lead you step by step in creating these delectable muffins that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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BLACKBERRY, LEMON, AND THYME MUFFINS
Provided by Elizabeth Belkind
Categories Breakfast Brunch Bake Easter Mother's Day Blackberry Lemon Thyme Potluck Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 large or 16 standard
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- For crumble:
- Whisk first 5 ingredients in a medium bowl. Add butter. Using your fingertips, rub in butter until pea-size lumps form. Add egg yolk; stir to evenly distribute and form moist clumps. (Crumble should resemble a mixture of pebbles and sand.) Chill for at least 1 hour. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and keep chilled.
- For muffins:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. If making standard-size muffins, line 16 1/3-cup molds with paper liners. Whisk 1 cup all-purpose flour and next 4 ingredients in a medium bowl. Using an electric mixer, beat butter until pale and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add sugar and continue to beat until well incorporated, 2-3 minutes longer. Whisk eggs and vanilla in a small bowl to blend; gradually beat into butter mixture. Continue beating until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Combine buttermilk and lemon zest in a small bowl; gradually beat into butter mixture. Add dry ingredients; beat just to blend (do not overmix).
- Toss blackberries and thyme with 2 tablespoons flour in another small bowl; fold into batter, gently crushing berries slightly to release some juices. Spoon about 2/3 cup batter into large paper muffin molds, or divide between prepared muffin pans. Top each large muffin with 2 tablespoons crumble or each small muffin with 1 rounded tablespoon crumble.
- Bake until tops are golden brown and a tester comes out clean when inserted into center, about 50 minutes for large muffins and 40 minutes for standard-size muffins. Let cool in pan at least 20 minutes, then transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool. Serve warm or at room temperature. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Store cooled muffins airtight at room temperature.
BLACKBERRY LEMON MUFFINS
These tender muffins are bursting with flavor, and they remind me of spring. Garnish with grated lemon peel for added color and even more punch from the lemon. -Vicky Palmer, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 35m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, whisk the first five ingredients. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter and lemon juice until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in blackberries., Fill greased or foil-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack., In a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar, melted butter and enough lemon juice to reach desired consistency. Drizzle over warm muffins. If desired, sprinkle with lemon zest.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
LEMON BLACKBERRY MUFFINS
I love lemon anything and these muffins are delicious. The blackberries in the center turn to a jamish layer and a perfect addition. Hope you like them. I use my large muffin tin pan that holds 6 for this recipe.
Provided by riffraff
Categories Quick Breads
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Spray or butter a muffin tin (insides and tops to prevent the muffins from sticking with the puff up) and set aside.
- Zest a lemon, and set aside.
- Squeeze the juice of the lemon into a measuring cup over a sieve to catch the seeds and pips.
- Pour milk into the measuring cup to make up a half cup.
- Stir in the zest and vanilla, and then set aside.
- Melt the butter and set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, measure out the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and sugar. Mix well.
- To the lemon and milk mixture, add the egg and whisk to combine.
- Next, add the cooled butter and mix well. Add this to the dry ingredients and mix just to combine.
- Do not overmix- there may well be lumps but that's alright.
- Spoon batter into muffin tins, filling them halfway.
- Sprinkle a few berries in and then continue to fill the muffin tins to the top.
- Bake in a 400 F oven for 25 minutes until the tops are springy.
- Cool for a few minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool for 10-15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.1, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 54.2, Sodium 346.7, Carbohydrate 41.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 17.6, Protein 4.9
Tips:
- Use fresh blackberries: Fresh blackberries will give your muffins the best flavor. If you can't find fresh blackberries, you can use frozen blackberries that have been thawed and drained.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your muffins tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Fill the muffin cups to the top: This will help the muffins rise evenly.
- Bake the muffins at a high temperature for a short amount of time: This will help the muffins develop a golden brown crust and a tender crumb.
- Let the muffins cool completely before serving: This will help the muffins hold their shape.
Conclusion:
These blackberry lemon and thyme muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. The muffins are also a great way to use up fresh blackberries. With their moist crumb, sweet and tart flavor, and beautiful appearance, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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