Blueberry Lemon Muffins

Ingredients

• 1 tsp Lemon Zest (finely grated from a fresh lemon)
• 1 cup Soy Milk (room temperature)
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1/3 cup Neutral Vegetable Oil (such as canola or sunflower oil)
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 2 cups All‑Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 2 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/4 tsp Salt (pinch)
• 1 cup Fresh Blueberries (rinsed and patted dry)
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch (to coat blueberries)
• 1 tbsp Coarse Sugar (optional) (for sprinkling on top)

Instructions

1. Sift Dry Ingredients

   In a separate bowl, sift together the all‑purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

   Time: PT2M

2. Combine Wet Ingredients

   In the large mixing bowl, add the grated lemon zest, soy milk, granulated sugar, neutral vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved.

   Time: PT3M

3. Mix Wet and Dry

   Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Whisk for about one minute, just until the flour disappears and a few lumps remain.

   Time: PT2M

4. Prepare Blueberries

   Rinse the blueberries, shake off excess water, and place them in a small bowl. Toss with the cornstarch until evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

5. Fold in Blueberries

   Gently fold the coated blueberries into the batter using a spatula, being careful not to crush them.

   Time: PT1M

6. Portion Batter

   Line a 12‑cup muffin tin with liners. Spoon the batter into each liner, filling almost to the top (about 3/4 full).

   Time: PT2M

7. Optional Sugar Topping

   If desired, sprinkle a light layer of coarse sugar over each muffin for a crunchy top.

   Time: PT30S

8. Bake Muffins

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the muffins for 22½ minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

   Time: PT22M30S

   Temperature: 375°F

9. Cool

   Remove the tin from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack and cool completely for about 30 minutes before serving.

   Time: PT30M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

3g

Carbohydrates

30g

Fat

8g

Fiber

2g