Moist Fluffy Versatile Muffins (Print)

Soft, fluffy muffins ready fast. Add berries, chocolate chips, or nuts for easy, delicious variety.

# Components:

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until thoroughly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Whisk in milk, oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract until uniform.
04 - Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the wet mixture and fold gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold in your choice of berries, chocolate chips, or nuts, if desired.
06 - Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
07 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
08 - Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses staple ingredients you likely already have
  • Quick to whip up and perfect for busy mornings
  • Customizable with your favorite mix-ins for endless variations
  • Stays soft and moist for days
02 -
  • High in flexibility for add-ins and flavors
  • Easy to double or halve for any occasion
  • Great for freezing so you can have homemade muffins in minutes
03 -
  • Measuring flour with a spoon and level method prevents dense muffins
  • Mix only until just combined to keep muffins fluffy and tender
  • Let the batter rest for five minutes before baking for an extra-high dome

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