Tired of searching for a new muffin recipe every time a craving hits? Meet your new forever favorite! This is my go-to, one-bowl master muffin recipe—a simple, foolproof base that you can transform into anything your heart desires. From classic blueberry to savory cheese and onion, this recipe is your blank canvas for creating perfectly moist, fluffy muffins every single time. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients
• 3 tablespoons / 45 ml melted butter or neutral oil, plus more for the pan
• 2 cups / 240 g all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup / 50 g granulated sugar
• 3 teaspoons / 12 g baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon / 3 g salt
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup / 240 ml milk, any kind
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F / 200°C. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line it with paper cups.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry : flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate medium bowl, beat the egg, then whisk in the milk and melted butter or oil until just combined.
4. Pour the wet into the center of the dry . Using a spatula, fold everything together until just moistened. Do not overmix—the batter should be lumpy and thick.
5. Carefully spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about two-thirds full.
6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the muffins rest in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool slightly. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition Information
• Estimated for 1 of 12 medium muffins.
• Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g
Pro Tips
• for Perfect Muffins
• Do not overmix! A lumpy, just-combined batter is the secret to a tender, fluffy muffin. Overmixing develops gluten and makes them tough.
• This recipe is a blank canvas. Fold in up to 1 cup of add-ins like fresh blueberries, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts at the very end. For a savory twist, reduce sugar to 1 tablespoon and add 1 cup of shredded cheese, herbs, or cooked onions.
• For an extra light and airy texture, separate the egg. Mix the yolk with the wet , then beat the egg white to stiff peaks and gently fold it into the batter as the final step.
• To create rich, tangy muffins, replace the milk with 1 1/4 cups of sour cream or yogurt. Reduce the baking powder to 1 teaspoon and add 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to the dry .
