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Basic Muffin Recipe

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This Basic Muffin recipe is a simple and classic baked good that yields tender, moist muffins perfect for breakfast or a snack. With straightforward ingredients and an easy-to-follow method, these muffins come out soft with a subtle sweetness and a slightly crisp top when sprinkled with coarse sugar.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • ¾ cup milk (room temperature)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)

Optional

  • 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven and prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners. Set the pan aside while you prepare the batter.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This ensures your leavening agent and seasonings are evenly distributed.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the room temperature milk, melted and cooled unsalted butter, and eggs until the mixture is uniform and smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Using a silicone spatula, gently stir just until the ingredients are combined; avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
  5. Fill muffin cups and add sugar topping: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. If desired, sprinkle the tops of each muffin with coarse sugar to add a sweet, crunchy topping.
  6. Bake the muffins: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs attached.
  7. Cool the muffins: Remove the muffins from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them fresh on the day they are made or store for later use.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins.
  • The coarse sugar topping is optional but adds a nice texture and sparkle.
  • Muffins are best eaten the day they are made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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