Here’s a classic baked muffin recipe with easy step-by-step instructions. Muffins are versatile—you can make them sweet, fruity, or even chocolatey! 🧁
Basic Baked Muffins (Step-by-Step)
🥘 Ingredients (makes 12 muffins)
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup (150 g) sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for flavor)
- ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup add-ins (optional: chocolate chips, blueberries, chopped apples, or nuts)
Equipment
- Muffin pan (12 cups)
- Paper liners or grease for pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a muffin pan with paper liners or lightly grease each cup.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine:
- Flour
- Sugar
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salt
- Cinnamon (if using)
- Stir well to combine.
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk together:
- Oil or melted butter
- Milk
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
Step 4: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
- Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix, or muffins will be tough.
- Fold in your add-ins like fruit, chocolate chips, or nuts.
Step 5: Fill Muffin Cups
- Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
Step 6: Bake
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes.
- Check doneness with a toothpick: it should come out clean or with a few crumbs.
Step 7: Cool and Serve
- Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips
- Fruit muffins: Toss berries or chopped fruit in a little flour before adding to batter to prevent sinking.
- Chocolate muffins: Replace ¼ cup flour with cocoa powder for a chocolate version.
- Store in an airtight container for 2–3 days or freeze for later.
- Optional: Sprinkle sugar or cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a crunchy top.