Air Fryer Copycat Panera Wild Blueberry Muffins are soft, fluffy, and loaded with juicy wild blueberries. Quick and easy to make in the air fryer, these muffins deliver bakery-quality flavor right at home.
Bring the taste of Panera home with these Air Fryer Copycat Wild Blueberry Muffins.
Bursting with juicy wild blueberries and topped with a lightly sweet crumb, these muffins are soft, fluffy, and perfectly golden.
Quick to make in the air fryer, they’re ideal for breakfast, a snack, or a brunch treat any day of the week.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Bakery-quality flavor: Enjoy soft, fluffy muffins just like Panera’s at home.
- Loaded with wild blueberries: Every bite bursts with juicy, natural sweetness.
- Quick and convenient: Air fryer cuts baking time without sacrificing texture.
- Perfect for any occasion: Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or brunch.
- Lightly sweet crumb topping: Adds a delightful crunch and visual appeal.
Panera Wild Blueberry Muffins Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour: Use fresh flour, you can also use gluten-free all-purpose flour. If you want to make this recipe, gluten-free.
- Granulated Sugar: You can also use a sugar substitute if you want to make this recipe, diabetic-friendly.
- Baking Powder: Be sure to use fresh baking powder.
- Salt: Adds some flavor to the muffins.
- Vegetable Oil: You can also use canola oil.
- Egg: Use large, room temperature eggs.
- Vanilla Extract: For the best flavor use pure vanilla extract.
- Buttermilk: Adds some zest to the muffins.
- Blueberries: Use fresh or frozen blueberries.
- Raw Sugar: Adds the bakery touch to these muffins.
- Butter: Use unsalted, cold butter.
How To Make Air Fryer Copycat Panera Wild Blueberry Muffins
Step One: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until well blended.
Step Two: In another bowl, whisk together the oil, egg, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until fully combined.
Step Three: Gently fold in the frozen blueberries, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter. Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray or line with muffin liners.
Step Four: Spoon the batter into each muffin cavity, filling about two-thirds full. Spoon a couple of tablespoons of crumb topping over each muffin.
Step Five: Place the muffin tin in the air fryer basket and cook at 320°F (160°C) for 12–15 minutes. Let the muffins cool slightly before serving. Plate, enjoy, and savor your bakery-style muffins!
Air Fryer Copycat Panera Wild Blueberry Muffins Recipe Tips
- Use frozen blueberries: They hold their shape better and prevent the muffins from becoming soggy.
- Don’t overmix the batter: Overmixing can make muffins dense instead of light and fluffy.
- Check your air fryer: Cooking times may vary by model, so keep an eye on the first batch.
- Fill muffin cups properly: About two-thirds full ensures even rising without spilling over.
- Even topping distribution: Spoon crumb topping evenly on each muffin for the perfect bakery-style finish.
- Cool slightly before serving: This helps the muffins firm up and keeps the crumb topping intact.
Storing Instructions
- Room Temperature: Store cooled muffins in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Keep muffins in an airtight container for up to 5 days; warm slightly before serving.
- Freezing: Wrap muffins individually in plastic wrap or foil, then place in a free
Air Fryer Copycat Panera Wild Blueberry Muffins Recipe Faqs
Can I use fresh blueberries instead of frozen? Yes, but fresh blueberries may release more juice, so gently fold them in and monitor baking time.
Can I bake these muffins in a conventional oven? Yes, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–20 minutes using a greased or lined muffin tin.
How do I know when muffins are done? Insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Can I make these muffins gluten-free? Yes, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
How should I store leftover muffins? Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Can I add other mix-ins? Yes, sugar-free chocolate chips or nuts can be added for extra flavor and texture.
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Air Fryer Copycat Panera Wild Blueberry Muffins
Description
Ingredients
Muffin Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
Streusel Topping:
- 1/3 cup raw sugar
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons butter (cold)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, mix the 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 3/4 cup granulated sugar 2 teaspoon baking powder, and 2 teaspoon salt, and mix well.
- In another mixing bowl, mix the 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 large egg, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract and 2/3 cup buttermilk.
- Then mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mix well.
- Fold in the 1 cup frozen wild blueberries, mix well.
- Spray your muffin tin with cooking spray or line with muffin liners.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cavity, filling about 2/3 way full.
- Spoon a couple of tablespoons of topping on each muffin.
- Set the muffin tin into the air fryer basket, set the temperature to 320 degrees F for 12-15 minutes.
- Let slightly cool before serving.
Topping Instructions:
- In a small mixing bowl, mix the 1/3 cup raw sugar, 1/3 cup all-purpose flour and 4 tablespoons butter (cold). Mix until it’s crumbly.
Equipment
- Muffin Tin
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