Introduction

These strawberry jam-filled muffins with a crunchy streusel topping are a delightful treat for breakfast or snack time. The combination of fresh strawberries and sweet jam inside soft muffins creates a burst of flavor in every bite.

A stack of three golden brown muffins in white paper liners is shown on a wooden board with a white marbled texture beneath. The top muffin is cut open, revealing a soft, crumbly texture with a red strawberry filling inside. Around the muffins, fresh strawberries, some whole and some halved, are placed with a light dusting of powdered sugar. In the background, a clear glass holds red jam with a spoon inside, all set against a soft pink backdrop. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1/2 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup oil
1 large egg
1 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup strawberries, chopped
1/3 cup strawberry jam
1/3 cup flour (for streusel)
1/3 cup granulated sugar (for streusel)
1/8 tsp cinnamon
3 tbsp cold butter

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a 12-count muffin pan with 10 cupcake liners. Set aside.
Step 2: Make the streusel topping by mixing the 1/3 cup flour, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Cut the cold butter into small pieces and mix it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until it resembles thick crumbs.
Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, lemon juice, milk, egg, and oil. Set aside.
Step 4: In a large bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and gently fold until smooth. Carefully fold in the chopped strawberries.
Step 6: Fill each muffin cup with a small scoop of batter to cover the bottom. Add one teaspoon of strawberry jam on top, then cover with more batter. Repeat for all muffins.
Step 7: Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over each muffin and gently press it down to help it stick during baking.
Step 8: Bake for 30 minutes. If the streusel is not golden brown, broil the muffins for 1-3 minutes while watching carefully to avoid burning.
Step 9: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Step 10: Before serving, sprinkle powdered sugar on top for a beautiful finish.

Tips & Variations

Use frozen strawberries if fresh are not in season; just thaw and drain excess liquid before folding into the batter.
For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter.
Try other fruit jams like raspberry or apricot for a different twist.
Ensure your butter is cold when making the streusel to get the best crumbly texture.

Storage

Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep them refrigerated for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat refrigerated or frozen muffins in a microwave for about 20 seconds or until warm.

How to Serve

A black muffin tray holds five golden-brown muffins dusted with a light white powdered sugar layer on top, showing small red strawberry pieces baked inside. One muffin is being picked up by a woman's hand from the top left corner. The middle cup of the tray contains bright red fresh whole strawberries with green leaves, and one large strawberry rests next to the muffins on the tray. Several halved strawberries surround the tray on a white marbled surface. In the top right, there is a small red container with strawberry jam visible inside the rim. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these muffins gluten-free?

Yes, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend that measures cup-for-cup. Be sure it contains xanthan gum or add a binding agent for best results.

Can I use a different type of yogurt?

Greek yogurt is preferred for its thickness and tang, but you can use regular plain yogurt. The texture may be slightly different but still delicious.