Each year on February 20th, National Muffin Day is celebrated to promote baking and distributing muffins. The occasion provides individuals worldwide with a chance to commemorate their love for muffins, which are often considered a staple for breakfast and come in a diverse range of flavors. In celebration of National Muffin Day 2023, here are three recipes for muffins to mark the occasion
Blueberry Muffins:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease muffin tins or line with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat 1 large egg, then mix in 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Mix the wet and dry ingredients together until they are just combined.
- Fold in 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries gently.
- Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tins and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing and serving.
Chocolate Chip Muffins:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease muffin tins or line with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat 2 large eggs, then mix in 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Mix the wet and dry ingredients together until they are just combined.
- Fold in 1 cup chocolate chips and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts gently (optional).
- Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tins and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing and serving.
Cheddar and Chive Muffins:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease muffin tins or line with paper liners.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- In a separate bowl, beat 2 large eggs, then mix in 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 cup melted butter, and 1 cup grated cheddar cheese.
- Mix the wet and dry ingredients together until they are just combined.
- Fold in 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives gently.
- Divide the batter evenly into the muffin tins and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before removing and serving.
