Hey, baking enthusiasts! Today, I am super excited to share the recipe of one of my personal favorites – Blue Muffins. Now, you might be wondering, why are they called Blue Muffins? Well, it’s all because of the burst of blueberries that these muffins are packed with! Each bite of these muffins gives you a refreshing taste of blueberries, making them absolutely irresistible. Originating from the classic American breakfast tables, these muffins have now found their place in hearts worldwide. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. All you need are a few basic ingredients, and you’re good to go. Plus, they’re so easy to bake, you’ll have your delicious muffins ready in no time. But remember, the key to the perfect blue muffin is in using fresh blueberries. So, the next time you find some fresh blueberries in the market, you know what to bake! So, let’s dive into the recipe, and trust me, once you have baked these blue muffins, you will find yourself coming back to this recipe over and over again!
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 c. milk
- 2 Tbsp. melted shortening
- 2 Tbsp. sugar
- 2 c. flour
- 2 c. blueberries
Baking Instructions
- Mix thoroughly.
- Pour into muffin pans and bake at 350°.
Calorie: 120
Total cooking time: 30 mins
Difficulty level: Easy
The Great Blue Muffin Extravaganza
Hello there, fellow food enthusiasts! You know what they say, “When life gives you blueberries, make blue muffins!” Oh, nobody says that? Well, they should.
The ‘Before You Begin’ Checklist
Before you start, you should know that baking is a bit like conducting a science experiment. Except, in this case, you get to eat your results. So, let’s gather our elements, shall we? We’re going to need 1 egg, 1 cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of melted shortening, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 cups of flour, and 2 cups of blueberries. Yes, you read that right. We’re baking blue muffins, not blueberry muffins. Because we’re rebels like that.
The ‘Mixing Bowl Madness’
Now, onto the fun part. Toss everything into a bowl. Except the blueberries. We’ll get to those. Mix thoroughly. And when I say thoroughly, I mean until your arm starts to ache and you question your life choices. Because baking is also a workout, my friends.
The ‘Shortening Situation’
Oh, the melted shortening. A slippery, greasy character that can make you question your grip on reality, let alone your grip on the mixing spoon. But fear not, for this shortening is the secret to our muffins’ fluffy texture. And a little mess never hurt anyone, right?
The ‘Sweet, Sweet Sugar’
Ah, sugar. The sweet seductress of the culinary world. It’s only 2 tablespoons, but it has the power to transform our floury, milky, eggy sludge into a sweet symphony. So, sprinkle it in and stir, stir, stir!
The ‘Flour Power’
Next up, the flour. The backbone of our muffins. It’s 2 cups of powdery potential, ready to bind our ingredients together in delicious harmony. So, let’s show it some love and fold it into our mixture with the grace of a ballet dancer. Or, if you’re like me, with the grace of a rhinoceros on roller skates.
The ‘Blueberry Bonanza’
Finally, it’s time for the star of our show: the blueberries. These little blue gems are the heart and soul of our muffins. Add them in and give everything one last loving mix. Bonus points if you manage not to turn your kitchen into a Jackson Pollock painting in the process.
The ‘Into the Oven’ Operation
Pour your beautifully chaotic concoction into muffin pans and pop them into an oven preheated to 350 degrees. You might be wondering, “how long should they bake?” Well, until they’re done, my friend. But for the less philosophically inclined, that’s about 20-25 minutes.
The ‘Patience is a Virtue’ Phase
Now comes the hardest part: waiting. But don’t worry, it’s also the perfect time to clean up the war zone that used to be your kitchen. Or, you know, just sit back, relax, and marvel at the beautiful mess you’ve created.
The ‘Moment of Truth’
And voila! Your blue muffins are ready. Let them cool, because nothing ruins the excitement of freshly baked muffins like a burnt tongue. Trust me on that.
So there you have it, folks. Blue muffins: the perfect blend of chaos, creativity, and culinary brilliance. They’re messy, they’re fun, they’re delicious, and they’re all yours. Happy baking!
