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Sweet Small Batch Rhubarb Muffins

Sweet Small Batch Rhubarb Muffins For Cozy Mornings

Delight in these Sweet Small Batch Rhubarb Muffins, perfectly balancing tart and sweet for a cozy breakfast.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup Fresh Rhubarb Cut into small pieces.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust for desired sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt or buttermilk are good substitutes.
  • 1/4 cup Milk Any dairy or non-dairy milk works great.
  • 1 large Egg Use room temperature for best results.
  • 1/4 cup Butter Melted, unsalted recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Adjust according to taste.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adds caramel flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Flour Additional for topping.
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Butter To bind the streusel.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a muffin tin with 6 paper liners.
  2. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, flour, brown sugar, salt, and spices until crumbly. Set aside in the refrigerator.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg and granulated sugar. Stir in melted butter, sour cream, milk, and vanilla extract.
  5. Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients gently. Let rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Prepare rhubarb by cutting into small pieces and toss in a bit of flour.
  7. Fold floured rhubarb into muffin batter gently.
  8. Divide batter among the muffin cups about two-thirds full. Top with streusel.
  9. Bake for 5 minutes at 400°F, then reduce to 350°F and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes.
  10. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Toss rhubarb in flour to prevent sinking. Keep mixing gentle to maintain muffin texture.

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