Name: Vegan Blueberry Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 24 min
Total time: 39 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 8 ounces fresh blueberries (about 1 ½ cups); 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed meal; 1 1/4 cups oat milk; 1 medium lemon, zested + 1 tablespoon juice; 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder; ¼ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon fine sea salt; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (optional); ½ cup organic cane sugar; ¼ cup organic brown sugar; 3 tablespoons neutral-flavored oil; 3 tablespoons vegan butter, melted; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional); ⅓ cup walnuts, finely chopped for crumble; ⅓ cup organic brown sugar for crumble; 1 medium lemon, zested for crumble; Pinch of sea salt for crumble

Why Make This Recipe

Vegan Blueberry Muffins are a delightful treat that anyone can enjoy, whether you’re vegan or not. These muffins are not only delicious but also packed with healthy ingredients. They are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a sweet treat during the day. Making them at home is a fun and rewarding experience, and you’ll love how easy they are to whip up!

How to Make Vegan Blueberry Muffins

Ingredients

8 ounces fresh blueberries (about 1 ½ cups)
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed meal
1 1/4 cups oat milk
1 medium lemon, zested + 1 tablespoon juice
2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
½ cup organic cane sugar
¼ cup organic brown sugar
3 tablespoons neutral-flavored oil
3 tablespoons vegan butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional)
⅓ cup walnuts, finely chopped for crumble
⅓ cup organic brown sugar for crumble
1 medium lemon, zested for crumble
Pinch of sea salt for crumble

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425ºF (218ºC) and grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
In a small bowl, whisk together the flaxseed meal and warm water. Set it aside for 10 to 15 minutes to thicken.
Juice the lemon and add one tablespoon to the oat milk to make ‘buttermilk’. Set it aside.
For the Walnut Crumble, mix the walnuts, brown sugar, lemon zest, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cane sugar, and brown sugar.
In a large bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: buttermilk, lemon zest, prepared flax eggs, oil, melted butter, vanilla, and almond extract.
Combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients without over-mixing. Drop half the batter into the muffin tin.
Fold the blueberries into the remaining batter, then fill the muffin cups and sprinkle with the Walnut Crumble.
Bake at 425ºF for 6 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 350ºF and bake for another 16 to 18 minutes.
Transfer the muffins to a cooling rack and cool for 20 minutes before loosening them from the tin.

How to Serve Vegan Blueberry Muffins

Vegan Blueberry Muffins are best served warm. You can enjoy them plain or with your favorite spread like vegan butter or nut butter. Pair them with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful breakfast or snack.

How to Store Vegan Blueberry Muffins

To store your muffins, let them cool completely and then place them in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for about 2-3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them. Wrap each muffin in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer bag. They will stay fresh for up to 2 months in the freezer.

Tips to Make Vegan Blueberry Muffins

Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor, but frozen blueberries can also be used if fresh ones are not available.
Avoid over-mixing the batter; this helps keep the muffins light and fluffy.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less sugar.

Variation

You can add other fruits or nuts, like chopped bananas or pecans, to customize these muffins to your taste. You might also try replacing some of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.

FAQs

Can I replace the flour with a gluten-free option?
Yes, you can use a gluten-free flour blend to make these muffins gluten-free. Just make sure to follow the instructions on the flour packaging.

How can I make these muffins sweeter?
You can add an extra couple of tablespoons of cane sugar or brown sugar to the batter to make the muffins sweeter if you prefer.

Can I make these muffins without nuts?
Absolutely! If you have nut allergies or simply don’t like nuts, you can omit the walnuts from the crumble and the batter. The muffins will still taste great!