Soft vanilla muffins

These are classic, easy to make, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Soft Vanilla Muffins Recipe

Ingredients (Makes 12 muffins)

• 250 grams (2 cups) all-purpose flour

• 2 teaspoons baking powder

• ½ teaspoon baking soda

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 150 grams (¾ cup) granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs (room temperature)

• 120 milliliters (½ cup) vegetable oil or melted butter

• 240 milliliters (1 cup) milk (room temperature)

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.

Step 2: Mix dry ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

2. Set aside.

Step 3: Mix wet ingredients

1. In another bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, oil (or melted butter), milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 4: Combine wet and dry

1. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients.

2. Gently fold the mixture using a spatula or whisk until just combined.

3. Do not overmix. The batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5: Fill the muffin tin

1. Divide the batter evenly between the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.

Step 6: Bake

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.

2. The tops should be lightly golden.

Step 7: Cool and serve

1. Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Serve plain or dusted with powdered sugar.

Optional Add-ins

• Chocolate chips

• Blueberries

• Lemon zest

• Sprinkles for a funfetti version

Storage

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

• Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature or warm slightly before serving.