Sprinkle Birthday Cake Muffins
Delightful muffins bursting with the flavors of birthday cake, perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar for a low-calorie treat.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened Can replace with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- 2 large eggs Use flaxseed eggs for a vegan version.
- 1 cup milk Almond milk, soy milk or oat milk work well as dairy-free alternatives.
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins
- ½ cup colorful sprinkles Use themed sprinkles for different occasions.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Incorporate Wet Ingredients
- Add the softened butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture and mix until just combined.
Add Sprinkles
- Gently fold in the colorful sprinkles into the batter.
Fill Muffin Cups
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
Cool and Serve
- Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and enjoy, with optional toppings like frosting or powdered sugar.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze individually wrapped muffins for up to 3 months.