Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Easy Rhubarb Muffins, a perfect blend of sweet and tart that will brighten your mornings. These homemade muffins feature fresh rhubarb, complemented by the rich sweetness of brown sugar. With their soft, fluffy texture and quick baking time, these muffins are ideal for busy breakfasts, brunch gatherings, or an afternoon snack. The recipe is straightforward and can be customized with optional add-ins like walnuts or a crunchy streusel topping. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or paired with coffee or tea for a cozy treat.
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups packed brown sugar
- 1.5 cups chopped rhubarb
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for streusel)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon melted butter (for streusel)
- Optional: 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare muffin tins.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, mix brown sugar, buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients without overmixing.
- Fold in chopped rhubarb (and walnuts if desired).
- Fill muffin tins almost to the top and optionally add streusel topping.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until golden; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg