Description
Create the fluffiest muffins for Christmas in just 5 minutes. This recipe delivers a quick and delicious holiday treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/2 cup Christmas-themed sprinkles or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using, gently fold in the sprinkles or chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra festive muffins, you can add a swirl of green or red food coloring to the batter.
- These muffins are best served warm.
- You can substitute the milk with buttermilk for a tangier flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: fluffy muffins, Christmas muffins, quick muffins, easy muffins, holiday baking, 5 minute muffins