Jumbo Blueberry Avocado Muffins
By The Berry That Cares On July 16, 2018

Think baking is just for winter? Think again. Tart blueberries and tangy thick yogurt combine with the creaminess of this recipe’s butter stand-in, avocado, to create a muffin worthy of the man who means the most to you. Many of us will celebrate Father’s Day this month, and what better way to show your appreciation than with a bit of indulgence and a nod towards his health. After turning thirty, many men experience a drop in testosterone levels, resulting in decreased muscle mass and bone density, and possible increase in risk of prostate cancer. Luckily, nature has provided us with many foods that can help increase testosterone levels, including blueberries (containing resveratrol) and avocados (full of monounsaturated fatty acids). Served with a cup of coffee, topped with a scoop of ice cream - there’s really no wrong way to enjoy these muffins.

Ingredients

  • 2 C Flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 C avocado (ripe)
  • 1/2 C granulated sugar
  • 1/2 C brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 egg
  • 1 C Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 C milk (preferably whole)
  • 1 C fresh blueberries

1. Preheat oven to 400F

2. Grease or line muffin tin*.

3. In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Set aside.

4. In a mixer**, beat avocado and butter until smooth and fully incorporated.

5. To the avocado-butter mixture, add granulated and brown sugars and mix well.

6. Add the vanilla extract and egg then beat on medium speed for about one minute.

7. Add yogurt and milk and mix until just combined.

8. Place mixer on medium speed and add half of the flour mixture. Once combined, add the other half and mix well. Be sure to scrape the sides!

9. Fold blueberries into mixture.

10. Allow batter to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes for a lighter result in texture.

11. Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full.

12. Bake for 10 minutes at 400F, then lower oven temperature to 325F and bake for an additional 35-40 minutes. When timer goes off, insert a toothpick in muffins to make sure they are fully cooked.

**Recipe yields 8 large muffins or 12 standard muffins.

**Or use a large bowl and combine ingredients by hand, ensuring there are no clumps.

There’s nothing more satisfying than grabbing a handful of fresh berries and knowing they come straight off the bush. But a blueberry’s journey from field to table requires more than just a skillful hand. A few factors attribute to our product being as plump and fresh as it is.
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