Blueberry Muffins Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 1 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• Turbinado sugar, for topping

Optional additions:

• 1/4 cup orange zest
• 1/4 cup lemon zest
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cream butter and sugar: In the bowl of your stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat together butter and sugar until whipped and fluffy.
3. Add wet ingredients: Add eggs and vanilla, and whip again until smooth and airy.
4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder.
5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Beat until just incorporated.
6. Add milk and blueberries: Add milk slowly and beat on low speed until a thick but smooth batter forms. Fold in blueberries.
7. Fill muffin tin: Divide dough evenly between muffin tin and sprinkle generously with turbinado sugar.
8. Bake: Bake for 30 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool: Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before enjoying.

Optional additions:

• For extra flavor: Add orange zest, lemon zest, or chopped nuts to the batter.
• For a sweeter taste: Increase the amount of sugar.
• For a tangier taste: Add a tablespoon of lemon juice or orange juice to the batter.

Enjoy your delicious Blueberry Muffins!