Muffins Ever Moist Fluffy (Printer View)
Soft, fluffy muffins, easy to customize. Quick to make for breakfast or snacking any time.
# What you'll need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 cup whole milk or buttermilk
08 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
09 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-ins
10 - 1 cup fresh or frozen berries, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until fully combined.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs thoroughly. Whisk in milk, oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the wet mixture and gently fold together until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold in chosen add-ins such as berries, chocolate chips, or nuts if using.
06 - Divide batter evenly among the muffin tin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
07 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
08 - Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Very easy to prepare with simple pantry staples
- Customize with your favorite mix-ins for endless flavor options
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- Overmixing the batter can make the muffins dense rather than fluffy
- Swap half the flour for whole wheat to add fiber and texture
03 -
- For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest or cinnamon to the batter
- Store cooled muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer freshness