Barefoot Contessa S Blueberry Coffee Cake Muffins Recipe

Inspired by Ina Garten's legendary recipe, these Blueberry Coffee Cake Muffins are so irresistible, they'll vanish in minutes! This slightly adapted version from her *Barefoot Contessa Family Style* cookbook uses a blend of all-purpose and wheat flour for a subtly nutty flavor and heartier texture. Ina herself says her shop sold 2,000 of these on Saturday mornings—and they were gone by 9:30 am! Get ready to experience the magic—these muffins are incredibly moist, bursting with fresh blueberries, and perfectly crumbly. Perfect for brunch, a bake sale, or any time you crave a taste of pure deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 246.6 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Barefoot Contessa S Blueberry Coffee Cake Muffins

  • Unsalted Butter
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • Extra Large Eggs
  • Pure Vanilla Extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • All Purpose Flour
  • ¾ cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Kosher Salt
  • Fresh Blueberries

How to Make Barefoot Contessa S Blueberry Coffee Cake Muffins

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes using an electric mixer with a paddle attachment).
  3. Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ cup sour cream, and ½ cup milk.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup whole wheat flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  6. Gently fold in 2 cups fresh blueberries using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Fill each muffin liner about ¾ full using an ice cream scoop for even baking (optional).
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Lightly greasing the muffin tin helps with easy removal.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

82g

Fat

39g

Carbs

9g

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