Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins – Soft, Tangy & Bakery‑Style
Introduction
These Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins are moist, fluffy, and bursting with juicy blueberries. The cream cheese adds a rich tang that elevates them from everyday muffins to bakery‑worthy treats. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, they balance fruity freshness with indulgent creaminess.
Ingredients
Produce
1½ cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Refrigerated
2 large eggs
1 large egg yolk
Baking & Spices
2 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp ground cinnamon
2⅝ cups flour (approx. 2 9/16 cups)
1⅓ cups granulated sugar
½ tsp salt
Pinch of salt
2 tsp vanilla extract
Oils & Vinegars
⅓ cup vegetable oil
Dairy
¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
8 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup milk
½ cup sour cream
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
Step 2: Cream Base
Beat cream cheese, butter, and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and yolk one at a time, mixing well. Stir in vanilla.
Step 3: Dry Mix
Whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt together.
Step 4: Combine
Add dry mixture to wet ingredients alternately with milk and sour cream.
Mix until just combined (don’t overmix).
Step 5: Fold in Blueberries
Gently fold in blueberries with a spatula.
Step 6: Bake
Divide batter evenly into muffin cups.
Bake 20–25 minutes, until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Step 7: Cool & Serve
Cool for 5 minutes in pan, then transfer to wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips & Tricks
Prevent sinking: Toss blueberries in a little flour before folding in.
Extra tang: Add lemon zest to batter.
Bakery look: Sprinkle tops with coarse sugar before baking.
Storage: Keep in airtight container up to 3 days or freeze for longer.
Variations
Streusel Topping: Add a crumbly brown sugar streusel for texture.
Mixed Berry Muffins: Use raspberries or blackberries alongside blueberries.
Chocolate Chip Twist: Fold in white chocolate chips with the berries.
Mini Muffins: Bake in mini tins for bite‑sized treats.
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 20–25 minutes
Total Time: ~40 minutes
Yield: 12 muffins
Final Thoughts
These Blueberry Cream Cheese Muffins are soft, tangy, and bursting with flavor. They’re versatile enough for breakfast yet indulgent enough for dessert, making them a must‑bake for any occasion.