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Best Ever Rhubarb Muffins

These muffins beautifully balance sweetness and tartness with a delightful crumbly topping. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 23 cups fresh, chopped rhubarb
  • 1 cup low-fat milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
  • 1/3 cup white sugar (for streusel)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (for streusel)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
  • 4 tablespoons cold butter (for streusel)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cinnamon.
  • Fold in chopped rhubarb until coated.
  • In a measuring cup, whisk together milk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • In another bowl, mix streusel ingredients until crumbly.
  • Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter and sprinkle with streusel.
  • Bake for about 20 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

Use fresh rhubarb for optimal flavor and texture.
Avoid overmixing to keep muffins fluffy.
Adjust sugar based on personal taste and rhubarb’s tartness.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 7
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 3
  • Cholesterol: 30