Master Muffin Recipe
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Master Muffin Recipe
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Use one recipe to create any flavor of muffin in any size with our Master Muffin Recipe, featuring endless mix-ins, toppings, and flavorings.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup milk or buttermilk
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Instructions
- Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. Lightly grease liners with nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer to cream the softened ½ cup butter and 1 cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Beat in 2 eggs until combined, about 20 to 30 seconds. Add 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and any optional spices. Mix briefly.
- Add 1 cup of flour and mix until just combined. Then add ½ cup milk (or buttermilk) and stir to combine. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl, then add the remaining 1 cup of flour. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- If using, use a rubber spatula to gently fold in 1 cup of any add-ins such as chocolate chips, berries, or nuts.
- Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. Let the batter rest while preheating the oven.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Bake in the preheated oven for 7 minutes. Without opening the door, reduce the heat in the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 13-15 minutes. Watch the muffins closely as cooking times may vary depending on your oven.
- Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Extracts: The vanilla extract can be replaced in the same amount with other flavors like almond extract, lemon extract, and orange extract.
- For cinnamon or pumpkin spice muffins, use 1/2 to 1 teaspoon total of ground cinnamon.
- For citrus flavors, use citrus extracts and add up to 2 tablespoons of orange or lemon zest.
- For chocolate muffins, add 1/2 cup cocoa powder with the sugar.
- For pistachio muffins, replace 1/4 cup of the sugar with a 3.4-ounce package of Instant Pistachio Pudding
- For poppy seed muffins, add 3 tablespoons of poppy seeds.
- Add-ins should total up to 1 cup. Feel free to mix and match with the following options: chocolate chips (milk, semi-sweet, white, or mini), cinnamon chips, fresh or frozen berries. dried fruits like cranberries or raisins, chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds, pistachio, or macadamia).
- Streusel Topping: Stir together 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional) in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Use a pastry blender to cut 4 tablespoons cold butter into the flour mixture until it resembles small pebbles or sand. Spoon on top of muffin batter just before baking.
- Other Toppings: Oats and brown sugar (1/4 cup of each) sprinkled on top, 1/4 to 1/3 cup of finely chopped nuts, sprinkle 1 teaspoon granulated sugar or sugar crystals, or decorate with thin slices of fruit.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1muffin
Calories
226kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
33g
(11%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
49mg
(16%)
Sodium
180mg
(8%)
Potassium
116mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
17g
(34%)
Vitamin A
292IU
(6%)
Calcium
50mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12standard muffins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 226 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1muffin | |
| Calories | 226kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 116mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 292IU | 6% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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