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Valentine’s Day Strawberry Muffins
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Valentine’s Day Strawberry Muffins – Cute & Easy Strawberry Dessert Idea

Valentine’s Day Strawberry Muffins are soft, bakery-style treats filled with fresh strawberries. This cute and easy strawberry dessert idea is perfect for sharing with family, friends, or someone special on Valentine’s Day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250 grams)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (50 grams)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (115 grams)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup milk (180 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced (about 225 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for coating strawberries)
  • 2 tablespoons coarse sugar or pink sanding sugar (optional topping)
  • 1/4 cup white chocolate chips (optional)

Equipment

  • Muffin tin

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Toss diced strawberries with 2 tablespoons flour, then fold into batter along with white chocolate chips if using.
  6. Fill muffin liners three-quarters full and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  7. Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.