Huckleberry Muffins

Ingredients

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ¾ cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup huckleberries, fresh or frozen

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the huckleberries.
6. Divide the batter evenly among 12 muffin cups.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Huckleberries are native to the western part of North America.
• Huckleberries are related to blueberries and they have a similar taste and texture.
• Huckleberries are high in antioxidants and vitamins A and C.