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Ina Garten Strawberry Muffins

Ina Garten Strawberry Muffins

Strawberry muffins are a classic baked treat made with fresh strawberries, butter, and buttermilk for a moist and flavorful texture. Ina Garten’s version balances sweetness with tart strawberries and a touch of vanilla, creating a bakery-style muffin that’s both light and satisfying.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating strawberries)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  • Set the temperature: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Prepare the muffin tin: Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • Combine flour and leavening agents: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3: Prepare the Wet Ingredients

  • Whisk the liquids: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until well combined.

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  • Mix gently: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.

Step 5: Prepare the Strawberries

  • Coat with flour: Toss the diced strawberries with 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent sinking in the batter.
  • Fold into the batter: Gently fold the strawberries into the muffin batter.

Step 6: Bake the Muffins

  • Fill the muffin cups: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  • Bake until golden: Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

  • Let them rest: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  • Enjoy warm or at room temperature: Serve plain or with butter.