Every morning deserves a touch of sweetness, and these fluffy maple muffins are my secret weapon to kickstart the day! Packed with flavor and an irresistible texture, they make breakfast a delightful experience.
Fluffy Maple Muffins
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine the melted butter, maple syrup, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Servings
This recipe yields about 12 delicious muffins.
Nutrition Info
Approximate per muffin: 180 calories, 7g fat, 26g carbohydrates, 2g protein.
Final Thoughts
These fluffy maple muffins have become a staple in my kitchen. I love experimenting with different mix-ins like walnuts or chocolate chips, but they’re perfect just as they are! Enjoy them fresh out of the oven with a drizzle of extra maple syrup for an even sweeter treat.