Happy Fruit Muffins

Bursting with vibrant flavors and a medley of fresh fruit, Happy Fruit Muffins are the ultimate treat for breakfast, brunch, or a guilt-free snack! These moist and tender muffins marry the sweetness of blueberries, strawberries, and mango with a sunny hint of orange zest, all nestled in a fluffy buttermilk batter. The recipe comes together effortlessly in under 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings or last-minute baking. A sprinkle of coarse sugar on top adds a delightful crunch, but they’re equally irresistible on their own. Whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature, these fruit-packed muffins are sure to brighten your day and satisfy your sweet cravings. Perfect for anyone searching for delicious fruit muffins, easy muffin recipes, or healthy snack ideas!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
• 0.5 cup chopped strawberries
• 0.5 cup chopped mango
• 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease the tin.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; the batter will be thick.

Step 5

Gently fold in the blueberries, strawberries, and mango pieces. Make sure the fruits are evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 6

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.

Step 7

If desired, sprinkle the tops of the muffins with coarse sugar for a light crunch.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1217.5 grams (1217.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2870

Total Fat 117.70g	151%
Saturated Fat 68.90g	345%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 657mg	219%
Sodium 3119mg	136%
Total Carbohydrate 419.40g	153%
Dietary Fiber 14.40g	51%
Total Sugars 218.70g
Protein 48.10g	96%

Vitamin D 207IU	1035%
Calcium 435mg	33%
Iron 14mg	79%
Potassium 1160mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.2%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 57.3%