Fluffy Homemade Muffins

 Fluffy Homemade Muffins

There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked muffins filling your home. Whether it’s a lazy weekend morning or you need a quick snack, these fluffy homemade muffins are the perfect solution. Light, airy, and just the right amount of sweetness, this recipe is a go-to for any occasion. Plus, it’s so simple that even beginner bakers can whip them up with ease. So, let’s get baking!

Ingredients:

• 4 cups (480g) all-purpose flour

• 1.5 cup (300g) granulated sugar

• 4 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp salt

• 4 eggs 

• 4 tbsp (58g) unsalted butter, melted 

• 1/2 cup (118ml) vegetable oil 

• 1.5 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup (240ml) of milk of choice 

• Optional: 1/2-1 cup chocolate chips, blueberries, or diced fruit/strawberries, zest, nuts,
  etc. 

• Optional: Spices like nutmeg or cinnamon 

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, oil egg, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth.

4. Combine Wet & Dry:
   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined – be careful not to over mix. Over-mixing will make the muffins dense!

5. Add the Fun Stuff:
   If you’re adding any extras like chocolate chips, spices, or fruit fold them into the batter gently.

6. Fill the Muffin Cups:
   Using a spoon or ice cream scoop, fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with batter. (This allows the muffins to rise beautifully.)

7. Bake:
   Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for  5-7 minutes at 400F or 200C and then turn the temperature down to 350F or 175C for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

8. Cool & Serve:
   Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. 

Tips for Perfect Muffins:

• Don’t overmix – Stir until the dry ingredients are just incorporated into the wet ingredients to keep your muffins light and fluffy.

• Use room temperature ingredients – It helps the batter come together more smoothly.

• Customization – Swap out the sugar for honey or maple syrup, and mix in your favourite add-ins like nuts, dried fruit, or even a streusel topping for a twist!

• For extra high muffin tops that are bakery style, line every other muffin tin and to make sure the muffins have space to grow in the oven. 

These homemade muffins are proof that simple ingredients can create something truly comforting and delicious. Whether you enjoy them warm from the oven, packed in a lunchbox, eat it for breakfast, or as an afternoon treat with tea or coffee, they’re sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Don’t be afraid to get creative with flavours and mix-ins—this recipe is the perfect base to make your own. Happy baking!