Introduction

Welcome back to my millet recipe blog! Today, I’m excited to share a scrumptious and wholesome recipe: Blueberry Millet Muffins. These muffins combine the juicy sweetness of blueberries with the nutty flavor and added nutrition of millet. They’re perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a quick treat. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

For the Muffins:

• 1/2 cup millet
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (if using frozen, do not thaw)

For the Streusel Topping (Optional):

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Millet

1. Rinse the millet under cold water.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the rinsed millet with 1 cup of water.
3. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the millet is tender and the water is absorbed.
4. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Step 2: Preheat and Prepare the Muffin Pan

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease the cups.

Step 3: Make the Muffin Batter

1. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
4. Gently fold in the cooled millet and blueberries, being careful not to overmix.

Step 4: Prepare the Streusel Topping (Optional)

1. In a small bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, cold cubed butter, and ground cinnamon.
2. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5: Fill and Top the Muffins

1. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
2. If using, sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.

Step 6: Bake the Muffins

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
2. The tops should be golden brown and slightly domed.

Step 7: Cool and Serve

1. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.
2. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.

Conclusion

These Blueberry Millet Muffins are a delightful combination of juicy blueberries and nutty millet, creating a wholesome and satisfying treat. Perfect for breakfast or a quick snack, they’re sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Give this recipe a try and let me know how you like it in the comments below. Happy baking!

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