Blueberry Muffins, A Family Favorite + A Yummy Blueberry Treat for Your Dog
Blueberry Muffins + A Family Favorite
There’s something about the smell of warm blueberry muffins fresh out of the oven that just feels like home. It’s one of those simple joys that brings everyone to the kitchen, eager for that first bite—golden tops slightly crisp, soft centers bursting with sweet blueberries. These muffins have been a staple in our home for years, and I love that they’ve become a family favorite.
Baking is one of those small but meaningful ways we create memories. I’ve always loved the idea of my kids growing up with the familiar scent of homemade goodness filling the house, knowing that certain recipes will be the ones they ask for as they get older. And let’s be honest—blueberry muffins are the perfect excuse for a cozy morning at home.
The Nostalgia of Homemade Muffins
Blueberry muffins hold a special place in our family. Growing up, my mom made them often, usually as a weekend treat. I remember waking up to the smell of buttery sweetness and sneaking a warm muffin before breakfast was officially “ready.” Now, as a mom myself, I love watching my own kids enjoy them just as much as I did.
Hudson is the first one in the kitchen when he hears the oven timer go off, Lottie is my little helper who insists on sneaking extra blueberries into the batter, and Birdie, well, she’s perfectly content smashing a muffin into her high chair tray. It’s messy, chaotic, and wonderful.
And of course, no one watches us bake quite as intently as Cozy. The moment the flour comes out, she's at my feet, hopeful for a bite (or at least a dropped blueberry).
A Go-To Blueberry Muffin Recipe
I’ve made a lot of blueberry muffin recipes over the years, but this one is hands down our favorite. It’s moist, just sweet enough, and has that perfect bakery-style domed top. Plus, it comes together in one bowl, which makes cleanup easy—always a win in my book.
Family Favorite Blueberry Muffins
Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (if using frozen, don’t thaw)
1 tbsp flour (for tossing with blueberries)
Coarse sugar for topping (optional, but highly recommended!)
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix!
Toss the blueberries with 1 tbsp of flour (this helps prevent them from sinking) and gently fold them into the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling about ¾ full. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top if desired.
Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cool for a few minutes before enjoying!
These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days—or frozen for easy breakfasts down the road.
Sharing the Goodness With Our Goldens
One of the best things about baking in a home full of kids and dogs is that everyone wants a taste. While our muffins aren’t dog-friendly due to the sugar and butter, I love making a special treat just for our Goldens. They’re part of the family, after all, and I think they deserve a little something too!
This simple Blueberry Oat Dog Treat recipe is packed with healthy ingredients and is a fun way to include our furry friends in the baking fun. Cozy and Molly approve!
Dog-Friendly Blueberry Oat Treats
Ingredients:
1 1/2 cups oat flour (or ground oats)
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup blueberries (mashed or whole)
1 egg
1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions:
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, mix together oat flour, applesauce, blueberries, egg, and honey until a dough forms.
Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface and cut into small shapes or roll into balls and flatten slightly.
Place on the baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until firm.
Let cool completely before serving.
These treats store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Our dogs go crazy for them, and I love knowing they’re getting something nutritious!
Bringing It All Together
There’s something special about recipes that become part of our family’s traditions. Blueberry muffins have been one of those for us—bringing warmth to our mornings, giving us an easy way to slow down and enjoy each other, and even making our Goldens feel included in the fun.
If you make these muffins (or the dog treats), I’d love to hear how they turn out! Do your kids love helping in the kitchen as much as mine do? And of course, do your Goldens come running the moment they smell something baking?
Happy baking!
