Rhubarb Muffins


These Rhubarb Muffins are a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, with tender, juicy bites of rhubarb folded into a buttery muffin batter. Perfect for spring and early summer when rhubarb is in season, these muffins are a great way to enjoy the unique tartness of rhubarb paired with a touch of sweetness. Whether you’re baking for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack, these muffins are sure to become a favorite. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

For the Muffins:

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup diced rhubarb (about 1/2-inch pieces)
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (or make your own by mixing 1/2 cup milk with 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter , melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg , lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Optional Streusel Topping:

  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter , cold and cubed

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) . Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. In a small bowl, toss the diced rhubarb with 1 tablespoon of flour to coat lightly. This helps prevent the rhubarb from sinking to the bottom of the muffins. Set aside.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3: Combine the Wet Ingredients

  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4: Make the Batter

  1. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—the batter should be lumpy.
  2. Gently fold in the floured rhubarb until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 5: Add the Streusel Topping (Optional)

  1. In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon for the streusel topping.
  2. Cut in the cold butter using a fork or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.


 

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