Strawberry Orange Rhubarb Muffins

Recipe by The FruitGuys

Fresh strawberries, tart rhubarb, and fragrant orange zest do a flawless tastebud tango in these strawberry rhubarb muffins. Soft, moist, and bursting with fruity flavor, they’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.

Pro Tip: Tuck a muffin in your pocket when you leave for work and enjoy your sweet treat at the office! This easy strawberry rhubarb muffin recipe makes it a breeze to celebrate spring’s best flavors wherever you are.

Ingredients

• 1 cup white flour
• 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 3/4 cup chopped rhubarb
• 3/4 cup sliced strawberries
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 egg, slightly beaten
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil

Preparation

• Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. 
• Combine Dry Ingredients: Mix flour, sugars, cinnamon, and baking powder together in a large bowl.
• Combine Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine egg, milk, yogurt, and oil and mix.
• Mix Batter and Fold Fruits: Stir wet ingredients into flour mixture with a fork until just moistened, then fold in rhubarb, strawberries, orange juice, and orange zest. Do not over-stir.
• Bake the Muffins: Pour the batter into greased muffin tins. Sprinkle tops with a bit of white sugar and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Yields 12 muffins. Prep time, 20 minutes; cook time, 20–25 minutes.

Cook’s Notes:

• Avoid overmixing the batter; that will help keep the muffins light and tender.
• Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature and eat them within a few days or pop them in the freezer for longer storage.

FAQs

1. Can I use frozen strawberries and rhubarb?

Yes. Just thaw the fruit first and drain any extra liquid before you fold it into the batter to keep the muffins from becoming too wet.

2. Why are yogurt muffins so moist?

Yogurt is almost a liquid, so adding it gives the batter moisture and richness. In recipes that use baking soda, the acid in the yogurt also helps create bubbles that make for fluffy, tender muffins.

3. Can I substitute lemon for orange zest?

Absolutely. Lemon zest pairs just as well with strawberries and rhubarb.

4. Are these muffins good for breakfast?

Yes. These strawberry rhubarb breakfast muffins are a delicious make-ahead option for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, especially during spring when fresh rhubarb is in season.