Low Residue Blueberry Muffins

Jump to Recipe

These muffins have a soft crumb and light sweetness, with the flavor of blueberries from a smooth, seed-free puree or jam. By replacing raw fruit and cinnamon with mild ingredients, they’re easy to digest and ideal for anyone following a low residue diet. Enjoy them warm, without irritation or heaviness.

Ingredients Needed:

Muffins:

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg
• ⅓ cup lactose-free milk
• 3 tablespoons blueberry jam or strained blueberry puree (no skins or seeds)

Crumb Topping:

• ½ cup white sugar
• ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ cup lactose-free butter or ghee, cubed

How To Make Low Residue Blueberry Muffins:

Preheat Oven:
Set to 400°F. Grease 8 muffin cups or line with paper liners.

Make Muffin Batter:
Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In a separate cup, combine oil, egg, and milk. Stir wet into dry just until combined. Fold in jam or strained puree.

Make Crumb Topping:
Combine sugar, flour, and butter in a small bowl. Mix with a fork until crumbly. Skip the cinnamon.

Fill Muffin Cups:
Fill each muffin cup to the top with batter. Sprinkle with crumb topping.

Bake:
Bake 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Cool & Serve:
Let muffins cool slightly before serving warm.

Recipe Tips:

• Use blueberry jam or puree only—no whole berries.
• Skip cinnamon to keep the topping gut-friendly.
• Make sure jam or puree is strained and seed-free.

How to Store & Reheat:

• Room Temp: Store in airtight container for up to 2 days.
• Fridge: Store up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months. Reheat gently in microwave or oven.

Nutrition Facts (per muffin):

• Calories: 180
• Sodium: 160mg
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 8g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fibre: <1g
• Sugar: 15g

FAQs:

Are blueberry muffins OK for a low residue diet?
Only if made without whole berries. These use smooth jam or puree, making them gentle and residue-free.

Can I use frozen or fresh blueberries?
No, they contain skins and seeds. Use strained puree or jam instead.

Can I skip the crumb topping?
Yes, or use it without cinnamon for a soft, safe texture.

What milk should I use?
Lactose-free milk is best for easy digestion.

Try More Recipes:

• Low Residue English Muffins
• Low Residue Breakfast Casserole
• Low Residue Beef Stew