White Chocolate Berry Muffins

These white chocolate mixed berry muffins are a delightful treat, combining the sweetness of white chocolate with the tartness of juicy berries. Topped with a buttery streusel, they are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an indulgent snack. Each bite offers a perfect balance of creamy white chocolate and vibrant berry flavors, complemented by a crunchy, crumbly topping. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or slightly cooled, these muffins provide a burst of flavor and texture in every mouthful. They’re an excellent choice for sharing with friends or family, making any occasion a bit sweeter. Plus, the streusel adds a lovely touch of decadence that elevates these muffins from everyday to extraordinary.

Ingredients You’ll need for the White Chocolate Mixed Berry Muffins:

For the Streusel:

• Unsalted butter, melted: Adds richness and moisture to the streusel topping, helping it achieve a crumbly texture.
• Brown sugar: Provides a deep, caramel-like sweetness and helps with the streusel’s texture.
• Flour: Serves as the base of the streusel, absorbing the melted butter and sugar to form a crumbly mixture.

For the Muffins:

• Unsalted butter, melted: Creates a rich base for the muffin batter and ensures a tender crumb.
• Sugar: Sweetens the muffins and helps to create a light and fluffy texture.
• Egg: Acts as a binding agent to hold the ingredients together and adds structure.
• Vanilla Extract: Adds a warm, aromatic flavor to the muffins.
• Greek yogurt: Provides moisture and tanginess, contributing to a tender crumb and adding richness.
• All-purpose flour: The main structure-building ingredient for the muffins.
• Baking powder: A leavening agent that helps the muffins rise and become fluffy.
• Salt: Enhances the flavors and balances the sweetness of the muffins.
• White chocolate, chopped: Adds sweetness and creamy texture, complementing the berries.
• Frozen mixed berries + 1 tsp flour: The berries add a burst of fruity flavor and the flour coating helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the muffins.

Here are the essential tools you’ll need for making the White Chocolate Berry Muffins:

• Mixing Bowls: You’ll need a few mixing bowls in different sizes to combine the dry ingredients and wet ingredients.
• Whisk: A whisk is essential for blending the dry ingredients and whisking the wet ingredients until smooth.
• Electric Mixer: An electric hand mixer or Stand Mixer will help you cream all of the ingredients, ensuring a smooth texture.
• Spatula: A silicone spatula is perfect for folding the wet and dry ingredients together without over-mixing.
• Muffin Pan: A standard 12-count muffin pan is needed to bake the muffins. Make sure it’s well-greased or lined with paper muffin liners.
• Measuring Scale: To accurately measure all your ingredients in grams.
• Cookie Scoop: A cookie scoop helps evenly distribute the batter into the muffin cups, ensuring uniform muffin sizes.
• Toothpicks: Toothpicks are handy for checking if the muffins are baked through.
• Cooling Rack: A cooling rack allows the muffins to cool evenly after baking, preventing them from becoming soggy.

Here is the full Recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Streusel:

• 25 g (2 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted
• 40 g (3 tbsp) brown sugar
• 40 g (1/3 cup) flour

For the Muffins:

• 75 g (1/3 cup) unsalted butter, melted
• 100 g (1/2 cup) sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 120 g (1/2 cup) Greek yogurt
• 145 g (1 1/4 cups) all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 70 g (1/2 cup) white chocolate, chopped
• 90 g (3/4 cup) frozen mixed berries + 1 tsp flour (to coat the berries)

Directions:

1. Prepare the Streusel: In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and flour. Mix with a fork until crumbly and set aside.
2. Prepare the Muffins: Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners. In a large bowl, mix the melted butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt. Mix until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Coat the frozen berries with 1 tsp of flour to prevent them from sinking to the bottom. Gently fold the white chocolate and flour-coated berries into the muffin batter.
3. Bake the Muffins: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling them almost to the top. Sprinkle the prepared streusel evenly over each muffin. Bake at 220°C (428°F) for 5 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 175°C (350°F) and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Tips and Tricks:

Tips for the Muffins:

• Use Room Temperature Ingredients: For a smooth and even batter, make sure your eggs, butter, and any other refrigerated ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
• Coat the Berries: Coating the berries in flour helps to keep them evenly distributed throughout the muffins.
• Don’t Overmix the Batter: Mix the batter until the ingredients are just combined. Overmixing can lead to dense muffins. It’s okay if there are a few lumps in the batter.
• Streusel Topping: For an extra buttery and crunchy streusel, use cold butter instead of melted and cut it into the flour and sugar mixture until crumbly.
• Choose Fresh or Frozen Berries: Use fresh berries if they are in season. If using frozen berries, do not thaw them before adding to the batter to prevent them from bleeding too much into the muffin mix.
• Coat Berries in Flour: Toss the berries in a small amount of flour before adding them to the batter. This helps prevent the berries from sinking to the bottom of the muffins during baking.
• Experiment with Berry Varieties: Feel free to mix different types of berries, such as blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries, for a variety of flavors.
• Adjust Sugar to Taste: Depending on the sweetness of your berries, you may want to adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe to suit your taste.
• Fold in White Chocolate Chips Carefully: Gently fold in the white chocolate chips to distribute them evenly without overworking the batter.
• Top with Extra White Chocolate Chips: Sprinkle a few extra white chocolate chips on top of the muffin batter before baking for a visually appealing finish and extra chocolatey goodness.

General Tips:

• Preheat Your Oven: Ensure your oven is fully preheated before baking. This helps the muffins rise properly and achieve a nice dome shape.
• Use a Muffin Tin Liner: Line your muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier. You can also lightly grease the tin if you prefer.
• Fill Muffin Cups Generously: Fill the muffin cups nearly to the top. This ensures the muffins rise up high and get a nice dome shape.
• Check for Doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin to check for doneness. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter.
• Cool Muffins Properly: Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and makes them easier to remove.
• Store Correctly: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them and reheat in the microwave or oven.

By following these tips, you’ll bake White Chocolate Berry Muffins that are moist, flavorful, and full of berry and chocolate goodness. Enjoy!

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Watch the recipe video here. Let’s get to baking! Here is the full recipe: