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Moist Rhubarb Muffins

Moist Rhubarb Muffins: Sweet and Tangy Spring Bliss

Delightfully balanced in flavor, these Moist Rhubarb Muffins combine tangy rhubarb with sweetness, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 0.5 cups Whole Wheat Flour Optional for added fiber
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda For leavening
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder For leavening
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 0.75 cups Brown Sugar Maple syrup can be used as a substitute
  • 0.33 cups Vegetable Oil Alternative to butter
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 0.5 cups Buttermilk Can use almond milk with vinegar for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1.5 cups Diced Fresh Rhubarb Frozen can be used, just thaw and drain
Optional Crumble Topping
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Light brown sugar for milder sweetness
  • 0.5 cups Flour
  • 0.25 cups Butter Use plant-based butter for dairy-free
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together brown sugar, vegetable oil, egg, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, then fold in the diced rhubarb.
  5. Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full and add crumble topping if desired.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be customized in sweetness and made dairy-free. Perfect for any occasion!

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