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Rhubarb Crumble Muffins

Tart rhubarb muffins have just the right amount of sweetness along with a
buttery crumble topping that adds a delicious crunch on top!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

For the muffins:

  • 1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
  • 3/4 c. sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 6 Tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 c. milk
  • 1 c. fresh rhubarb chopped

For the crumble:

  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/3 c. flour
  • 4 Tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing mix together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  • In another large bowl cream the butter and sugar together.
  • Add in the eggs and milk and mix until combined.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix to combine.
  • Fold in the rhubarb.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups. Set aside.
  • To make the crumble combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and butter in a small bowl. Smash the mixture with a fork or your fingers until it is lumpy and crumbly.
  • Sprinkle the crumble on top of the muffins.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven and cool on a wire rack.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Lord Byron's Kitchen