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Ina Garten Tri-Berry Muffins Recipe

Ina Garten Tri-Berry Muffins

Ina Garten’s tri-berry muffins are moist and tender breakfast muffins made with a mix of three berries—usually raspberries, blueberries, and strawberries. The batter is simple yet rich, often using buttermilk or sour cream for moisture and tang. These muffins rise beautifully and have a light, fluffy crumb, with juicy fruit peeking through each bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar

  • 1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar)

  • 1 stick (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted and cooled

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped

  • ½ cup fresh blueberries

  • ½ cup fresh raspberries

  • Turbinado sugar or granulated sugar for topping (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prepare

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a standard muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.

Step 2: Combine Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth and fully combined.

Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently just until combined—do not overmix, or the muffins will be tough.

Step 5: Fold in the Berries

Gently fold in the chopped strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries using a spatula. Be careful not to crush the berries too much.

Step 6: Fill the Muffin Cups

Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Sprinkle tops with turbinado sugar if desired for a crunchy finish.

Step 7: Bake Until Golden

Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Tops should be golden and springy to the touch.

Step 8: Cool and Serve

Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.