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These fluffy raspberry muffins with sweet crumb topping, white chocolate chips and orange zest are seriously irresistible! Made in just 35 minutes, these moist and tender muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon snack.
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Key Ingredients
- Granulated Sugar: Light brown sugar works too
- Greek Yogurt: Plain and unsweetened or use sour cream
- Vanilla Extract: Almond or orange extract possible, use 1/2 teaspoon
- All-Purpose Flour: Cake flour can be substituted
- Baking Powder: Ensure freshness
- Salt: Omit if using salted butter
- Milk: Dairy milk with fat preferred for best texture
- Fresh Raspberries: Frozen thawed raspberries acceptable
- White Chocolate Chips: Chopped white chocolate also works
- Orange Zest: Freshly grated recommended
How to Make Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins
- Add Fillings:
- Add raspberries, orange zest and chocolate chips. Fold gently to combine, do not over stir.
- Wet Ingredients:
- Whisk butter, sugar, and yogurt until smooth. Add egg and vanilla extract and whisk again.
- Dry Ingredients:
- Mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Add milk and whisk until smooth. Fold in raspberries, chocolate chips, and zest.
- Fill Muffin Tins:
- Pour batter into paper-lined muffin tins, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Crumb Topping:
- Whisk flour and sugar, stir in melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over batter.
- Bake:
- Bake until lightly golden. Cool 10 minutes in tray then transfer to wire rack.
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Chef’s Tips and Variations
Add 1/2 cup slivered almonds, chopped pecans, or shredded coconut for extra texture and flavor. Use lemon or lime zest instead of orange for a different zestiness. Skip liners by greasing the tray and pouring batter directly. Create a glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to drizzle on cooled muffins. Swap white chocolate chips for dark chocolate chips for variation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I use frozen raspberries instead of fresh?
Yes, thawed frozen raspberries work well and provide similar flavor and texture to fresh ones.
- → What can I substitute for Greek yogurt?
Sour cream is a great alternative that maintains moisture and tenderness in the muffins.
- → How do I make the crumb topping?
Mix flour and sugar, then stir in melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over batter before baking.
- → Can I use other chocolate instead of white chocolate chips?
Dark or milk chocolate chips can be substituted to vary the flavor profile.
- → Is it necessary to use orange zest?
Orange zest adds bright citrus notes, but lemon or lime zest can be used for a different twist.