Muffins Recipe

If you’re looking for a delightful treat that’s both easy to make and absolutely delicious, this muffins recipe is perfect for you. These muffins are wonderfully moist, thanks to the sour cream, and packed with juicy berries that add a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re a novice baker or an experienced one, this recipe is straightforward and yields consistently great results. Follow these detailed steps to create a batch of muffins that will impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients:

• 200g all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 57g melted butter
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 100g soft brown sugar
• 50g granulated sugar
• 170g sour cream
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 200g frozen berries

Instructions:

1. Preparation:
   Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This step is crucial as it ensures your muffins will bake evenly. Prepare your muffin tin by lining it with paper liners. If you don’t have liners, you can also grease the muffin tin with cooking spray or a bit of melted butter to prevent sticking.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir these ingredients together thoroughly to ensure that the baking powder and salt are evenly distributed throughout the flour. Set this bowl aside for later use.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   In a separate, larger mixing bowl, add the melted butter, vegetable oil, soft brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Using a whisk, mix these ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well combined. The mixture should have a uniform consistency with no lumps of sugar or butter.
4. Add Sour Cream and Eggs:
   To the wet mixture, add the sour cream and eggs. Whisk again until the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth. The addition of sour cream helps to keep the muffins moist, while the eggs provide structure and richness.
5. Incorporate Vanilla:
   Stir in the vanilla extract. This will add a lovely depth of flavor to your muffins, complementing the sweetness of the berries and the richness of the other ingredients.
6. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   Gradually add about 3/4 of the dry ingredients (the flour mixture) into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Whisk gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins tough. The batter should be thick and slightly lumpy.
7. Prepare Berries:
   In a small bowl, combine the frozen berries with the remaining dry ingredients. Toss the berries to coat them in the flour mixture. This step is important because it helps prevent the berries from sinking to the bottom of the muffins during baking.
8. Fold in Berries:
   Gently fold the berry mixture into the muffin batter. Use a spatula or a wooden spoon to mix until the berries are evenly distributed throughout the batter. Again, be careful not to overmix.
9. Fill Muffin Cups:
   Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each one about 2/3 full. This allows room for the muffins to rise as they bake. You should have enough batter for approximately 12 muffins, depending on the size of your muffin tin.
10. Bake:
    Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 28 minutes. Baking times can vary depending on your oven, so start checking the muffins around the 25-minute mark. The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few crumbs attached.
11. Cool:
    Once the muffins are baked, remove the tin from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes. This helps them set and makes them easier to remove. After a few minutes, transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely. This step is important to prevent the muffins from becoming soggy as they cool.

Enjoy your homemade berry muffins with a cup of tea or coffee, or simply as a delicious snack any time of the day!