Jamie Oliver Blueberry and Banana Muffins Recipe
Jamie Oliver’s Blueberry and Banana Muffins are a soft, moist muffin that combines mashed bananas with fresh blueberries. The natural sweetness of the banana complements the tartness of the blueberries, making these muffins a healthier option for anyone looking for a lighter, fruit-packed treat. They are easy to make and perfect for on-the-go snacks or a sweet treat at any time of the day.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
- Ripe bananas: 2 large, mashed, for natural sweetness and moisture.
- Fresh blueberries: 150g (5 oz), for a fruity burst in every bite.
- Plain flour: 250g (9 oz), to give the muffins structure.
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons, to help the muffins rise.
- Caster sugar: 100g (3.5 oz), for a touch of sweetness.
- Eggs: 2 large, for binding the ingredients together.
- Butter: 75g (2.6 oz), melted, for richness and moisture.
- Milk: 100ml (3.5 fl oz), to make the batter smooth.
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon, for added flavor.
- Salt: A pinch, to balance the sweetness.
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/350°F/gas mark 4. Line a 12-hole muffin tin with muffin cases.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, sift together the plain flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir in the caster sugar to combine.
3. Mash the Bananas
In a separate bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
4. Combine the Wet Ingredients
To the mashed bananas, add the melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
5. Mix the Batter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins dense.
6. Fold in the Blueberries
Gently fold the blueberries into the batter, making sure not to crush them.
7. Fill the Muffin Cases
Use a spoon or ice cream scoop to divide the batter evenly among the muffin cases, filling each about two-thirds full.
8. Bake the Muffins
Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool and Serve
Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.