Yogurt Streusel Muffins
There’s something irresistible about a warm muffin with a crumbly streusel topping. These Yogurt Streusel Muffins take that appeal up a notch with their ultra-moist texture and buttery, sweet crumble. Whether you’re a breakfast muffin fan or someone who loves a mid-day snack, these muffins are perfect for any time of day! Plus, this recipe uses yogurt, adding extra moisture and a slight tang that keeps the muffins from being overly sweet.
Why You’ll Love This Yogurt Streusel Muffin Recipe
- Moist and Tender Texture: Thanks to the yogurt, these muffins are incredibly moist and fluffy, making every bite just melt in your mouth.
- Simple Ingredients: You likely already have everything you need in your pantry, making this an easy muffin recipe for any time.
- Delicious Streusel Topping: The buttery streusel with brown sugar gives the muffins a sweet, crumbly finish that makes each bite unforgettable.
- Quick and Versatile: These muffins are quick to prepare and can be adapted with your favorite flavors and add-ins.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Plain Yogurt: Yogurt adds moisture and a slight tang, giving the muffins a tender crumb. It also reacts with the baking powder to help the muffins rise, creating a light texture.
- Unsalted Butter: Butter provides richness and a mild flavor. Softened butter blends well with sugar, creating a creamy base for the batter.
- Sugar: Sugar sweetens the muffins and adds moisture. It also helps with browning, creating a light golden crust.
- Large Egg: The egg binds the ingredients together, providing structure. It also adds richness and helps create a fluffy texture.
- All-Purpose Flour: Flour gives structure to the muffins. The amount is carefully measured to avoid making the muffins too dense or too crumbly.
How to Make Yogurt Streusel Muffins
Step 1
Prepare Streusel: Mix flour, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add cold butter cubes, and blend until crumbly. Refrigerate.
Step 2
Make Muffin Batter: Beat softened butter and sugar until combined. Add yogurt, beat briefly, then add egg and vanilla, beating for 3 minutes.
Step 3
Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to the wet mixture, mixing gently. Don’t overmix.
Step 4
Chill Batter: Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.
Step 5
Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line muffin tin, fill ¾ full, top with streusel, and bake for 20-22 minutes.
Step 6
Cool and Enjoy: Let cool for 5-6 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Serve warm or at room temp. Enjoy!
Variations and Substitutions
These yogurt streusel muffins are easily customizable! Here are some fun ideas to switch things up:
- Flavor the Yogurt: Use flavored yogurt like vanilla or blueberry for a twist.
- Add Fresh Fruit: Fold in fresh blueberries, raspberries, or diced apples to the batter for extra flavor and texture.
- Swap the Streusel: Try using oats instead of flour in the streusel topping for an extra crunch, or add in a pinch of cinnamon for warmth.
- Make It Healthier: Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option, or reduce the sugar for a lighter treat.
- Nuts for Extra Crunch: Add a handful of chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds to the streusel topping for a nutty twist.
Ideas for Serving Yogurt Streusel Muffins
These yogurt muffins make a delicious breakfast treat on their own, but here are a few ideas to make them even better:
- With Fresh Fruit: Serve with a side of berries or a fruit salad for a light and refreshing breakfast.
- Pair with Coffee or Tea: A warm muffin and a hot cup of coffee or tea make the perfect pairing for a cozy morning.
- Spread with Jam or Butter: For a little extra indulgence, spread some jam or softened butter on a warm muffin.
- Serve with Yogurt: A dollop of yogurt on the side complements the muffin and makes it feel more like a complete meal.
How to Store Yogurt Streusel Muffins
These moist yogurt muffins store well, making them great for make-ahead breakfasts or snacks.
- Room Temperature: Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Refrigeration: If you need them to last longer, store them in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds to bring back their softness.
- Freezing: For longer storage, freeze the muffins in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. They’ll keep for up to 2 months. To enjoy, just thaw at room temperature or warm up in the microwave.
Fun Fact About This Recipe
If you’ve been following me (and if not, now’s the perfect time!), you know I’m all about making recipes from scratch and adding my own twist. So, one day, I stumbled on this recipe online—everyone was raving about it, and those photos? Instant drool! But funny enough, it wasn’t for Yogurt Streusel Muffins!
Fast forward through my kitchen experiments, and my “recreation” ended up looking nothing like the original. Here’s the kicker—it wasn’t even a muffin recipe, let alone for Yogurt Coffee Cake Muffins! I transformed it, and though it went in a new direction, the result was epic.
Here’s a clue: This muffin recipe has a step where you chill the batter for 20 to 30 minutes. Can you guess what dessert usually calls for chilling? Drop your guesses below!
Long story short, I’m thrilled that my “destruction” of the original recipe turned into a family favorite! Now, these muffins are on our must-bake list, and trust me, one bite, and you’ll be hooked, too.
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Yogurt Streusel Muffins
Ingredients
Muffin Batter
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Streusel Topping
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter cubed
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- Small pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cut in the cold butter cubes with a fork or your fingers until the mixture is crumbly. Refrigerate the streusel to keep the butter firm.
- Make the Muffin Batter: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until well combined. Add in the yogurt and beat for a minute, then add the egg and vanilla extract, and continue beating for 3 minutes.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Chill the Batter: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the batter for 20 to 30 minutes. Chilling the batter helps the muffins rise better.
- Bake the Muffins: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a muffin tin with muffin liners and fill each liner ¾ full with batter. Sprinkle the chilled streusel topping generously over each muffin. Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5-6 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
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Notes
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Let the egg, butter, and yogurt sit at room temperature before mixing. This helps them blend smoothly, creating a tender and light muffin texture.
- Don’t Overmix the Batter: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ones just until combined. Overmixing can make the muffins dense and tough.
- Chill the Batter: Letting the batter rest in the fridge for 20-30 minutes before baking allows it to rise better and gives the muffins a fluffier texture.
- Add Fresh Fruit or Zest: Enhance flavor by mixing in fresh berries, a pinch of lemon zest, or even cinnamon. These little extras pair perfectly with yogurt’s tanginess.
- Watch the Bake Time: Muffins bake quickly, so keep an eye on them. Pull them from the oven when a toothpick comes out with just a few crumbs for moist, fluffy muffins.
