Description
These rhubarb muffins are moist, slightly tart, and perfect for spring. The sweet crumb topping complements the tangy rhubarb beautifully.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh rhubarb
- For crumb topping: 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cold butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, sour cream, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
- Fold in the chopped rhubarb.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups.
- To make the crumb topping, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over each muffin.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
- Frozen rhubarb can be used; thaw and drain it first.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg or ginger for extra flavor depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg