Muffins are delicious, but who has time to make them before work or school in the morning? Well, YOU do now, with this simple make ahead blueberry muffin in a mug mix recipe.
Blueberry muffins are a great way to start the day, but who wants to make an entire batch on a busy weekday morning? Better yet, if you have a student off at college or coming in late in the afternoons, these are a perfect size. Avoiding gluten? No problem, check out the second recipe which offers a delicious make-ahead gluten-free version as well.
Blueberry Muffin in a Mug Mix
You’ll Need:
¼ cup All Purpose flour
1 Tbsp brown sugar
¼ tsp baking powder
â…› tsp salt
â…› tsp cinnamon
Combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder and salt, mixing well. Place this mixture in a baggie & label with the finishing directions. This makes 1 pkg of Mix.
To make 1 Blueberry Muffin:
You’ll Need:
1 Pkg of Muffin in a Mug Mix (as listed above)
1/2 Tbs Butter
2 Tbs Milk (or Almond Milk)
2 Tbs. Blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Spray a microwave-safe mug with non-stick spray.
In the prepared mug combine muffin mix, butter, and milk, mixing well until just combined. Add blueberries, stir gently. Avoid overmixing to prevent the muffin from becoming tough.
Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds. Serve with a pat of butter or drizzle of maple syrup.
Alternative: Gluten Free Blueberry Muffin in a Mug
You’ll Need:
¼ cup Oat flour **
1 Tbsp brown sugar
¼ tsp baking powder
â…› tsp salt
â…› tsp cinnamon
(to make your own oat flour, blend quick-cooking oats in a blender until finely powdered)
Combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt, mixing well. Place this mixture in a baggie & label with the finishing directions. This makes 1 pkg of Mix.
To make 1 Blueberry Muffin:
You’ll Need:
1 Pkg of Muffin in a Mug Mix (as listed above)
½ Tbsp Coconut Oil (or Butter)
2 Tbsp Greek Vanilla Yogurt
1-2 Tbsp frozen blueberries
Spray a microwave-safe mug with non-stick spray.
In the prepared mug combine muffin mix, coconut oil, and vanilla yogurt, mixing well until just combined. Add blueberries, stir gently. Avoid over-mixing to prevent the muffin from becoming tough.
Microwave on high for 60-90 seconds.
Serve with a pat of butter or drizzle of maple syrup.
This type of recipe makes a great gift for the elderly, for students in college, as afterschool snacks, and more. As a gift idea, purchase a new mug like the one pictured below, add a piece of tissue paper and a couple packages of homemade mix!
