Here’s a simple and delicious muffin recipe that you can customize with your favorite add-ins!
Basic Muffin Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for a richer flavor)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk (or plant-based milk)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1 cup fruit (e.g., blueberries, chopped bananas, diced apples)
- 1/2 cup nuts or seeds (e.g., walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or dried fruit
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Add Optional Ingredients: Fold in any optional add-ins, if using.
- Fill Muffin Tins: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy!
These basic muffins are versatile and can be customized to your taste. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert