Here’s everything you’ll need to make the most irresistible batch of muffins:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup milk (whole or buttermilk for extra softness)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 cup blueberries, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with butter.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. This helps distribute the leavening agents evenly and prevents clumping.
Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4: Bring It Together
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently with a spatula. Mix until just combined — avoid overmixing. If you’re adding fruits or chocolate chips, fold them in at this stage.
Step 5: Fill and Bake
Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Bake at 220°C (425°F) for 5 minutes, then lower the temperature to 180°C (350°F) and bake for another 12–15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 6: Cool and Enjoy
Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature with a pat of butter or drizzle of honey.
Variations to Try
- Blueberry Muffins: Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries (toss them in a little flour to prevent sinking).
- Chocolate Chip Muffins: Mix in 1 cup of chocolate chips for a sweet twist.
- Banana Muffins: Replace half of the milk with mashed ripe bananas.
- Cinnamon Swirl Muffins: Add a teaspoon of ground cinnamon and a sprinkle of brown sugar on top before baking.
Tips for Storing and Reheating
- Storage: Keep muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Freezing: Wrap muffins individually in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Warm in the microwave for 15–20 seconds or in the oven at 160°C (325°F) for a few minutes to restore their fluffiness.
Final Thoughts
Baking super fluffy homemade muffins is easier than you think — all it takes is the right mixing technique, the perfect oven temperature, and a little love. Whether you enjoy them plain or filled with your favorite ingredients, these muffins will brighten your mornings and impress anyone lucky enough to try them.
So go ahead — preheat that oven and treat yourself to the best muffins you’ll ever make!
