Description
These Baked Blueberry Fritter Bites are delightful mini treats combining sweet, juicy blueberries with a soft, fluffy batter. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a sweet bite anytime, these bites are baked to golden perfection and offer a deliciously light texture with a hint of cinnamon.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Fruit
- 1 cup blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin or line it with paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon if using. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Mix Together: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this keeps the fritters tender.
- Fold in Blueberries: Carefully fold the fresh blueberries into the batter to distribute them evenly without breaking the berries.
- Spoon into Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the fritter bites to cool slightly before removing them from the tin and serving. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh blueberries with frozen ones but do not thaw before folding into the batter to prevent spreading color.
- For a dairy-free version, replace milk with almond or oat milk and use a plant-based butter alternative.
- The optional cinnamon adds a warm flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
- Leftover fritter bites can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
