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Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins

Description

These Peanut Butter and Jelly Muffins are a delightful twist on the classic sandwich, combining the rich creaminess of peanut butter with the fruity sweetness of jelly swirled right into moist, fluffy muffins. Perfect for breakfast, snack, or an anytime treat, they come together quickly with simple ingredients and bake to a golden perfection with a slightly crispy sugar topping.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Topping

  • About 2 tablespoons fruit jelly, preserves, or jam (such as strawberry, grape, or raspberry)
  • Coarse sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined. Create a well in the center of the mixture for the wet ingredients.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the melted and slightly cooled butter, peanut butter, milk, sour cream, lightly beaten eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and uniform.
  4. Create Batter: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the well of the dry ingredients. Stir gently and just until combined, leaving a few small streaks of flour to avoid overmixing, which helps keep the muffins tender.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
  6. Add Jelly Swirl: Spoon about 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of your chosen jelly on top of each muffin. Use a thin knife to gently swirl the jelly into the batter for a marbled effect without mixing completely.
  7. Optional Topping: If desired, sprinkle a pinch of coarse sugar on top of each muffin for extra crunch and sweetness.
  8. Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 14 to 18 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then transfer them from the pan to the wire rack to cool completely, preserving their texture.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter; some lumps are okay to keep muffins tender.
  • Use a mild peanut butter for the best flavor balance.
  • Feel free to experiment with different jelly flavors to customize your muffins.
  • Coarse sugar topping adds a lovely crunch but is optional.
  • These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/peanut-butter-and-jelly-muffins-recipe-2/