Strawberry Muffins with Streusel Topping (Printer-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Muffins

01 - 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
02 - 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
03 - 2 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
06 - 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk (or milk with 1 tsp lemon juice)
09 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
10 - 1 1/2 cups (225g) fresh strawberries, diced

→ For the Streusel Topping

11 - 1/2 cup (65g) all-purpose flour
12 - 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
13 - 1/4 cup (55g) unsalted butter, melted
14 - 1/2 tsp cinnamon

→ For the Optional Glaze

15 - 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
16 - 1–2 tbsp milk or lemon juice

# Let's Cook!:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups
02 - In a small bowl, mix flour, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly. Set aside
03 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla
05 - Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing gently. Fold in diced strawberries
06 - Divide batter evenly into muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full
07 - Sprinkle the prepared streusel evenly over each muffin
08 - Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
09 - Let muffins cool for 10 minutes. If using, drizzle with glaze before serving

# Cook's Notes:

01 - Use fresh or frozen strawberries, but if using frozen, don't thaw to avoid excess moisture
02 - For extra moisture, add ¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
03 - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days