Nothing beats the smell of fresh muffins right out of the oven. But how do you achieve that perfect rise and tender crumb? Whether you’re a novice or an experienced baker, this step-by-step guide will help you whip up a medley of marvelous muffins in no time.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mix-ins (blueberries, chocolate chips, nuts, etc.)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a medium bowl, mix the sugar, egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Remember, a lumpy batter makes for the best muffins!
- Gently fold in your chosen mix-ins until evenly distributed.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your homemade muffins with a cup of coffee or as a quick snack!
With this simple and versatile recipe, you can create a variety of muffin flavors to suit any taste. Experiment with different mix-ins and enjoy the fruits of your labor – happy baking!