Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch
These are the best blackberry muffins from scratch, with a crispy top and tender crumb. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect texture is to not overmix the batter. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Peach Raspberry Crumb Bars and Chocolate Mousse Brownies.
Why This Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch Is Pure Comfort
- Perfect for breakfast or brunch
- Bursting with fresh blackberry flavor
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Better than store-bought or boxed mixes
What You'll Need for Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Fresh blackberries
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Large eggs
- Milk
- Unsalted butter
- Vanilla extract
- Zest of one lemon
- Optional: Coarse sugar for sprinkling
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Blackberries: Fresh is best, but frozen can be used. Do not thaw before using.
- Milk: Any kind will work, even non-dairy.
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How to Make Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in blackberries: Gently fold in blackberries and lemon zest.
- Bake: Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch
- Common mistake and fix: Do not overmix the batter. This will result in tough muffins. Stir just until combined.
- Tip: For a streusel topping, mix together 1/4 cup each of flour, brown sugar, and melted butter. Sprinkle over batter before baking.
- Tip: For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
Storing & Reheating Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare batter the night before and refrigerate. Bake as directed the next morning.
Freezing Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding a handful of chocolate chips to the batter.
- Best substitution: If you don't have fresh blackberries, you can use frozen. Do not thaw before using.
- Make-ahead: Prepare batter the night before and refrigerate. Bake as directed the next morning.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to make 24 muffins.
- Troubleshooting: If your muffins are burning on top but still not done in the middle, cover the top with aluminum foil and continue baking.
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Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Fresh blackberries
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Baking powder
- Salt
- Large eggs
- Milk
- Unsalted butter
Seasonings
- Vanilla extract
- Zest of one lemon
Optional Toppings
- Coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in blackberries: Gently fold in blackberries and lemon zest.
- Bake: Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding a handful of chocolate chips to the batter.
- Best substitution: If you don't have fresh blackberries, you can use frozen. Do not thaw before using.
- Make-ahead: Prepare batter the night before and refrigerate. Bake as directed the next morning.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled to make 24 muffins.
- Troubleshooting: If your muffins are burning on top but still not done in the middle, cover the top with aluminum foil and continue baking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Make ahead: Prepare batter the night before and refrigerate. Bake as directed the next morning.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sat. Fat: 4.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch FAQs
Yes, prepare the batter the night before and refrigerate. Bake as directed the next morning.
Overmixing the batter can result in dry muffins. Stir just until combined.
Yes, frozen blackberries can be used. Do not thaw before using.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Yes, these muffins are perfect for fall breakfast or brunch. Fresh blackberries are best, but frozen can be used if fresh are not available.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Best Blackberry Muffins from Scratch and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
