This basic muffin recipe is simple yet soft and buttery. The simple muffin base is easy to make and it can be flavored with a variety of mix-ins. You’ll be sinking your teeth into buttery, soft muffins in no time!
Prep time: PT10M
Cook time: PT25M
Total time: PT35M
Rating
4.59 stars (859 reviews)
Keywords
basic muffins, muffins, plain muffins
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup milk (room temperature)
½ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
2 large eggs (room temperature)
2 tablespoons coarse sugar (optional)
Categories
Breakfast
Cuisine
American
Steps
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a muffin pan with paper liners; set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt together.
In a medium bowl, whisk the milk, butter, and eggs together until well combined.
Add the flour mixture and stir with a silicone spatula just until combined.
Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups and sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar if using.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs attached.
Transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool completely. Muffins are best the day they are made but they can be stored for later use.
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 204 kcal
Carbohydrates: 27 g
Protein: 4 g
Fat: 9 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0.3 g
Cholesterol: 49 mg
Sodium: 115 mg
Sugar: 11 g
Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
Reviews
MenaH on 2026-06-06 (5 stars): Easy to follow instructions, including the reasoning. Awesome, mouthwatering photos!
Matt on 2026-05-22 (5 stars): This recipe worked perfectly and also provided a great base for a wide range of add-ins including but not limited to dried fruit, fresh berries, chocolate, nuts, fruit jam. Thanks for providing it.
Elizabeth on 2026-04-19 (4 stars): Nice!
Melisa on 2026-04-07 (4 stars): I liked it very much
Poppy on 2026-04-05 (3 stars): Made this multiple times, and added my own combinations to it. Incredibly popular with my family. They were eaten almost up in 2 days. I had to add extra milk, as the consistency when adding the Lemon juice was off. Other than that, very good and recommend.
Becky Collins on 2026-01-18 (5 stars): I tried to give this 5 stars but my phone did not cooperate. Excellent recipe if you are looking for a less sweet muffin which we like. Easy to follow.
Ben Dover on 2026-01-16 (4 stars): My team made about 12 muffins. They don't look bad. So 'YIPPIE'
Glen Holmes on 2026-01-07 (5 stars): Thank you! I learned a great deal and this gives me much to work with.
Esther on 2026-01-06 (5 stars): These muffins are wonderful! They are not too sweet, light, and terrific with coffee. I have made them plain, added a little cinnamon once, added some walnuts once and added blueberries too. They turn out great every time. Thank you so much for this recipe and all of your suggestions. I have made many of your recipes (baking is my favorite thing to do in the kitchen) and have always been happy with them.
Autumn on 2026-01-05 (4 stars): Added 1/2 cup chocolate chips and 1/4 cup protein powder. Came out pretty and taste good. Thank you.
wol on 2025-12-17 (5 stars): This recipe is super easy to follow and the results are amazing!
Ger Hanrahan on 2025-12-14 (5 stars): Great recipe! Made for Sunday evening tea. I added a a handful of dried fruit and some crushed walnuts on top. Many Thanks!
