Soft, bakery-style muffins with a golden crumb topping
If you’ve ever wanted that proper bakery muffin at home… this is it.
These lemon blueberry streusel muffins are soft, fluffy, packed with juicy blueberries, and finished with a buttery crumble that takes them to another level.
They’re the kind of muffins people don’t just try… they go back for.
Why You’ll Love These
- Soft, fluffy bakery-style texture
- Packed with fresh blueberries
- Light lemon flavour that lifts everything
- Crunchy buttery streusel topping
- Perfect for breakfast, brunch or snacks
Ingredients (Makes 12 muffins)
Streusel
- 97g all-purpose flour
- 50g sugar
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 4 tbsp melted butter
Muffin Batter
- 325g all-purpose flour
- 198g sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 250mL milk
- 2 large eggs
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 59mL oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
Instructions
1. Make the streusel
In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and lemon zest.
Pour in melted butter and stir until crumbly.
Set aside.
2. Preheat & prep
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Line a muffin tray with cases.
3. Mix dry ingredients
In a large bowl, combine:
flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Mix wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together:
milk, eggs, melted butter, oil, and vanilla.
5. Combine
Pour wet ingredients into dry.
Mix gently until just combined — don’t overmix.
6. Add blueberries
Fold in blueberries carefully to avoid breaking them.
7. Fill & top
Spoon batter into muffin cases (about ¾ full).
Top generously with streusel.
8. Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Tips That Make These Better
- Don’t overmix or muffins will be dense
- Toss blueberries in a little flour to stop sinking
- Use fresh lemon zest — it makes a big difference
- Slightly underbake for softer centres
When to Make These
- Weekend baking
- Brunch with friends
- Lunchbox treats
- “I need something sweet but homemade” moments
This recipe was inspired by the wonderful Chichabo — their baking style is simple, comforting, and always delivers.
