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Here's a step-by-step guide on how to bake muffins:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1-2 cups of additional ingredients (e.g., berries, chocolate chips, nuts)
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups with butter or cooking spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir the dry ingredients together until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well blended.
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Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps in the batter are okay.
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If you're adding any extra ingredients such as berries, chocolate chips, or nuts, fold them into the batter at this stage. Again, avoid overmixing.
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Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the batter. You can use an ice cream scoop or a spoon to portion out the batter evenly.
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Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
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Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Optionally, you can add some additional toppings or glaze to enhance the appearance and flavor of your muffins. For example, a dusting of powdered sugar, a drizzle of melted chocolate, or a simple icing made from powdered sugar and milk.
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Once the muffins have cooled, take some beautiful photos and share your recipe on your blog, along with any personal tips or variations you'd like to include.