Basic Muffins

Muffins originated in Wales and were traditionally made with yeast. The modern muffin, as we know it today, is a quick bread version that gained popularity in the United States.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

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Basic Muffins

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, British Courses: Bakery, Breakfast Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 2160

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ³⁄₄ cup Milk
• ¹⁄₄ cup Vegetable oil
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• as desired Optional add-ins (chocolate chips, berries, nuts, etc.)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. If using any optional add-ins, gently fold them into the batter.
6. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
9. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 180kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 24g8%

Sugars 12g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.