Certainly! Making blueberry muffins in the air fryer is a quick and easy way to enjoy this classic treat. Here’s a simple recipe for Air Fryer Blueberry Muffins:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries (if using frozen, do not thaw)
For Topping (Optional):
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Prepare Muffin Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Line your air fryer basket with muffin liners or use silicone muffin cups. Spoon the batter into the cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Optional Topping: If desired, mix together the sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle a small amount on top of each muffin.
- Air Fry the Muffins: Place the muffin-filled cups in the preheated air fryer basket, leaving space between each. Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the blueberry muffins to cool in the air fryer basket for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy: Once cooled, these delicious air fryer blueberry muffins are ready to be enjoyed! Serve them with a hot cup of coffee or your favorite beverage.
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding a streusel topping or a drizzle of glaze for extra sweetness. Experiment with different fruits or add a hint of citrus zest for variation. Happy baking!