Description
These Blueberry Muffin Cookies are a dream come true for anyone who loves the soft, cake-like texture of a bakery-style muffin but prefers the convenience of a cookie. Featuring fresh, bursting berries and a thick swirl of fruit jam, they are finished with a classic buttery streusel for the perfect amount of crunch. Each cookie is exceptionally tender and aromatic.
Ingredients
The Cookie Base
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries (washed and dried)
- 1–1 1/2 tbsp blueberry jam
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
The Buttery Streusel
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup flour
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Streusel
In a small bowl, combine the streusel butter, sugars, flour, salt, and cinnamon. Work the mixture with a fork until it becomes crumbly, then set it aside.
Step 2: Prep and Creaming
Preheat your oven to 350F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
Gently stir in the flour, corn starch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
Step 4: Fold and Swirl
Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries using a spatula, being careful not to overmix and cause the berries to bleed. Dollop small bits of jam onto the dough and use a knife to gently swirl; stop while streaks are still visible.
Step 5: Scoop and Bake
Divide the dough into 8 large balls and place them on the baking sheet. Generously press the prepared streusel onto the top of each cookie. Bake for 13-14 minutes. Let them cool on the hot baking sheet for 15-20 minutes to set properly before moving.
Notes
The Muffin Texture: The corn starch and specific leavening ratio create the soft, melt-in-your-mouth crumb characteristic of a muffin interior.
Avoid Purple Dough: Ensure blueberries are bone-dry after washing to prevent the dough from being dyed purple.
The Swirl Secret: Less is more when swirling the jam. You want distinct ribbons of fruit rather than fully incorporating it into the dough.
Setting Time: These cookies are tender and fruit-heavy; the 20-minute rest on the baking sheet is mandatory for them to firm up properly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Snack
- Method: Creaming / Swirling
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Large Cookie
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.4g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
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