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Easy Muffin Recipe for Kids - Simple, Fun, and Delicious

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 and 3/4 cups (220 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature if possible
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk or buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) plain yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) neutral oil (like canola or vegetable) or melted butter
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Optional mix-ins (about 3/4 cup total): chocolate chips, blueberries, diced strawberries, raisins, chopped apples, or rainbow sprinkles
  • Optional topping: coarse sugar or a light cinnamon-sugar sprinkle

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prepare the pan: Heat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
  2. Whisk the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This helps everything mix evenly and prevents clumps.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl or large measuring cup, whisk eggs, milk, yogurt, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine gently: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a spatula until just combined. A few small lumps are fine. Don’t overmix; it keeps the muffins fluffy.
  5. Add mix-ins: Fold in chocolate chips, berries, or your favorite add-ins. If using juicy fruit, pat it dry first to avoid soggy spots.
  6. Fill the cups: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, about 3/4 full. Sprinkle with coarse sugar or cinnamon-sugar if you like.
  7. Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the tops are set and a toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool: Let the muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.