Looking for a delicious and nutritious muffin recipe? Look no further! These Berry Oatmeal Muffins are the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and delightful flavors. Packed with seasonal berries, oats, and walnuts, they make an ideal breakfast, snack, or dessert. Get ready to enjoy moist, fluffy muffins that will become a favorite in your household.
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The Best Berry Oatmeal Muffins Recipe
Notes on Ingredients
The magic of these muffins lies in the combination of simple, healthy ingredients:
- Quick Cooking Oats: Adds a hearty texture and nutritional value.
- Wheat Germ: Boosts the muffins with extra fiber and nutrients.
- All-Purpose Flour: Provides the perfect base for a light and fluffy muffin.
- Sugar: Balances the tartness of the berries.
- Chopped Walnuts: Adds a satisfying crunch and rich flavor.
- Blueberries: Bursting with antioxidants and natural sweetness.
- Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Topping: Creates a delightful, crispy topping.
How to Make Berry Oatmeal Muffins
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) and lightly grease 12 muffin cups.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup oats, wheat germ, flour, sugar, walnuts, salt, and baking powder.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in milk, oil, and egg until the dry ingredients are evenly moist.
- Fold in Berries: Gently fold in the blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Scoop & Top: Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin cups. In a small bowl, mix 1/3 cup oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon, and sprinkle this mixture over the batter.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
How to Serve Berry Oatmeal Muffins
Serve these muffins warm or at room temperature. They pair wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea for breakfast or as a delightful afternoon snack. For an extra indulgent touch, spread some butter or cream cheese on a warm muffin.
How to Store Berry Oatmeal Muffins
Store these muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them. Wrap each muffin in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. They will keep for up to 2 months. To enjoy, simply thaw at room temperature or warm in the microwave.
FAQs About Berry Oatmeal Muffins
Can I use frozen berries instead of fresh?
Yes, you can use frozen berries. There’s no need to thaw them; just fold them into the batter as you would with fresh berries.
Can I substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free alternative?
Absolutely! You can use a gluten-free all-purpose flour blend in place of the regular flour.
What other nuts can I use instead of walnuts?
Pecans or almonds make great alternatives to walnuts in this recipe.
The Best Berry Oatmeal Muffins Recipe
Ingredients
- ¾ cup quick cooking oats
- ¼ cup wheat germ
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¾ cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 1 cup blueberries
- ⅓ cup quick cooking oats
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease 12 muffin cups.
- In a large bowl, mix the 3/4 cup oats, wheat germ, flour, sugar, walnuts, salt, and baking powder. Stir in the milk, oil, and egg just until dry ingredients are evenly moist. Fold in the blueberries. Scoop batter into the prepared muffin cups.
- Mix 1/3 cup oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl, and sprinkle over the batter.
- Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until a knife inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
