Basic Muffin Recipe
Servings: 12 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoon(s) baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon(s) salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup canola oil or other neutral tasting oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon(s) pure vanilla extract
- ¾ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, and lightly grease a muffin pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoon(s) baking powder, ¼ teaspoon(s) salt
- In a large mixing bowl or using a stand mixer, combine the sugar and oil until well mixed and fluffy.1 cup granulated sugar, ⅔ cup canola oil
- Add the egg and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until combined.1 large egg, 1 teaspoon(s) pure vanilla extract
- Add the dry ingredients and milk, and beat on low speed just until no flour streaks remain.¾ cup milk
- Use a ¼ cup measuring cup to divide the batter evenly among the muffin cavities. Bake for 18-20 or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy warm or at room temperature. See post for storage options.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 muffin. Actual calories will vary.
*Doubling or tripling this recipe has not been tested. Therefore, we can not guarantee the outcome of adjusting the ingredients.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
Nutrition Facts
Basic Muffin Recipe
Serving Size
1 muffin
Amount per Serving
Calories
263
% Daily Value*
Fat
15
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
9
g
Cholesterol
15
mg
5
%
Sodium
130
mg
6
%
Potassium
29
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
32
g
11
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
18
g
20
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
45
IU
1
%
Calcium
74
mg
7
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
