Strawberry Coffee Cake Muffins

Strawberry Coffee Cake Muffins

18 servings
These Strawberry Coffee Cake Muffins are made with sweet fresh berries and buttermilk and topped with a delicious sugar and butter crumble! They're super easy to make and readers have called them the best muffin recipe they've ever had!

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter

    softened

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg

    room temperature

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup buttermilk

    or whole milk, see notes

  • 1½ cup diced fresh strawberries

    divided

  • ½ cup cold butter

    diced small

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat over to 375°F and line a muffin pan with liners and set aside.

  2. 2

    Cream together the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl.

  3. 3

    Beat in egg and vanilla. The mixture will be a bit lumpy, that's okay.

  4. 4

    In a separate, large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  5. 5

    Slowly add the flour mix, alternating with the buttermilk, until incorporated into the butter mix. Beating until completely combined.

  6. 6

    Gently fold in most OR all of the strawberries. See notes.

  7. 7

    Add about ¼ cup of batter to each muffin liner then load up the tops of the muffins with the remaining strawberries.

  8. 8

    In a mixing bowl, beat the crumble ingredients until pea-sized crumbs form then sprinkle crumble on the tops of the muffins.

  9. 9

    Reduce oven heat to 350°F and bake muffins for 18 to 20 minutes. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Strawberry Coffee Cake Muffins

Strawberry Coffee Cake Muffins

30 min18 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a delightful morning treat that's both easy to make and bursting with fresh flavor? These Strawberry Coffee Cake Muffins are your answer, bringing the sweet comfort of coffee cake into a portable, perfect-sized package.

What makes this muffin recipe truly special is its combination of moist, tender crumb and an irresistible streusel topping. The inclusion of buttermilk ensures a wonderfully soft texture, while the generous amount of diced fresh strawberries infuses every bite with natural sweetness. Plus, readers have called these the best muffin recipe they've ever had, so you know you're in for a treat.

Get ready for a batch of exceptionally tender muffins, studded throughout with juicy, sweet strawberries. The crumble topping, a delightful mix of sugar and butter, bakes up golden and crunchy, providing a beautiful textural contrast to the soft muffin base. These muffins are straightforward to prepare, making them an ideal project for a relaxed weekend morning or even a quick weekday bake. Each one offers a balanced sweetness, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up.

Feel free to customize these delightful muffins to your liking. If you don't have buttermilk on hand, whole milk works well as a substitute, though buttermilk does contribute to a slightly more tender crumb. While fresh strawberries are ideal, you could experiment with other berries like blueberries or raspberries when they're in season. For an extra touch of flavor, a pinch of cinnamon could be added to the streusel topping.

These Strawberry Coffee Cake Muffins are perfect for sharing at a brunch gathering, a casual breakfast with family, or simply enjoying with your favorite cup of coffee or tea. They make any moment feel a little more special.

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