Strawberries and rhubarb are always the perfect combination of tart and sweet, and these strawberry rhubarb muffins are topped off with a crispy nut streusel, which brings it home. A touch of cinnamon works itself in beautifully to complete the taste.

A pan of baked Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins on a wooden table.

Rhubarb Means Spring Is Here

One of the first produce items to show up in early spring, rhubarb is always something to look forward to.

Rhubarb is a vegetable and not a fruit. Like tomatoes, they are fruits, and not vegetables. How we use food is how we think of it, so we usually think of rhubarb as a fruit. Get more rhubarb info here: So What Exactly is Rhubarb?

Why This Recipe Works

Make these strawberry rhubarb muffins for a spring brunch or snack, and they freeze really well for a grab-and-go breakfast.
The fruit adds moisture into the muffins to make them light, fresh and fluffy.

A strawberry rhubarb muffin split in half on a white plate.

Caution: Do Not Eat The Rhubarb Leaves

One fact that I didn't know about rhubarb is that the leaves of the rhubarb plant are highly toxic. Just in case you're ever tempted to use rhubarb greens in a stir-fry, right? In case you were contemplating that, don't do it. The rhubarb stalk, however, is very much edible and adds a unique and delicious tartness to so many dishes.

A pan of strawberry rhubarb muffins on a wooden table.

Here's What You'll Need

Muffin Batter:

All Purpose Flour
Whole Wheat Flour
Brown Sugar
Baking Powder
Baking Soda
Cinnamon
Salt
Lemon Zest
2 Eggs
Buttermilk
Sunflower Oil
Vanilla Extract
Chopped Fresh Rhubarb
Chopped Fresh Strawberries

Streusel Topping

Brown Sugar
Cinnamon
Cold Butter
Pecans or Walnuts

How To Make This Recipe

In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, oil and vanilla.
Make a well in the dry ingredients and add the egg mixture. Stir together with a few swift strokes.
In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients. Add the butter and using a pastry blender or two knives, cut in until crumbly. Fill each muffin cup two thirds full. Top each with the streusel mixture.
Bake

Expert Tips

If you prefer not to use liners, simply spray your pan with non-stick spray or apply a thin, even coat of butter to each cup.

When mixing your dry ingredients and wet batter ingredients, make a well in the dry ingredient bowl. Over mixing your muffin batter may cause uneven baking or a tougher texture.

If you don't have buttermilk, substitute an equal quantity of milk with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice or vinegar stirred in. Allow it to sit for 5 minutes before using.

Really Into Rhubarb?

If you need more ways to use your rhubarb, check out this easy Rhubarb Jam. or these yummy Rhubarb Blueberry Oatmeal Bars. And if you're looking for more delicious muffins, try Banana Blueberry Spelt Muffins, or Bacon Bran Muffins !

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Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins - Rhubarb Streusel Muffins