Ingredients
2 cups all purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs at room temperature
¾ cup milk
½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Optional
½ cup chocolate chips or nuts
Preparation
1 Preheat oven to 180°C
Line a muffin tin with paper cups
2 In a large bowl mix flour sugar baking powder and salt
Stir well and set aside
3 In another bowl whisk eggs milk oil and vanilla until smooth
4 Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients
Mix gently just until combined
Do not overmix
5 If using add chocolate chips or nuts and fold lightly
6 Divide batter evenly into muffin cups filling about ¾ full
7 Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean
8 Remove from oven
Let cool 5 minutes then transfer to a rack
Result
Soft fluffy vanilla muffins perfect for breakfast snack or dessert
Storage
Keep at room temperature up to 2 days
Or refrigerate up to 5 days
Can be frozen up to 2 months
Vanilla Muffins
Method
1 Preheat the oven to 180°C
Prepare a muffin tray with paper cups
2 In a large bowl combine flour sugar baking powder and salt
Mix evenly and set aside
3 In a second bowl whisk eggs milk oil and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended
4 Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients
Mix gently until just combined
Do not overmix to keep muffins soft
5 Pour the batter into muffin cups filling each about three quarters full
6 Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
7 Remove from oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving
Nutrition Information
Approximate per one muffin
Calories 200 to 220 kcal
Carbohydrates 28 g
Protein 4 g
Fat 9 g
Sugar 14 g
Fiber 1 g
Benefits
Provides quick energy from carbohydrates making it a good breakfast or snack
Contains protein from eggs and milk which helps support muscle and tissue repair
Provides calcium from milk for stronger bones and teeth
Homemade muffins allow better control of ingredients compared to store bought versions
Can be customized with nuts or fruits to increase fiber and nutrients
Conclusion
Vanilla muffins are a simple and comforting baked treat that suits all ages
They are easy to prepare require basic ingredients and offer a balance of taste and energy
Perfect for breakfast lunchboxes or a light dessert when made at home with care