Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter, room temperature
- 2 eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons vanilla paste
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin pan with liners. This recipe yields 16 muffins when filled three-quarters full.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder until evenly mixed. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl attached to a stand mixer, beat the room temperature butter and sugar together on medium speed for about two minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs until fully incorporated. Then add the Greek yogurt and vanilla paste, mixing until smooth.
- Mix in Flour and Milk: With the mixer on low speed, add half of the flour mixture followed by half of the milk. Mix gently until just combined. Repeat with the remaining flour and milk, being careful not to overmix to maintain a tender crumb.
- Fold in Sprinkles: Using a spatula, gently fold the sprinkles into the batter evenly.
- Fill Muffin Cups and Bake: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin liners, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Store: Allow the muffins to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container or zip-top bag to keep them fresh.
Notes
- For best results, ensure all your wet ingredients are at room temperature before mixing.
- You can substitute vanilla paste with pure vanilla extract if unavailable, using about 1½ teaspoons.
- If you prefer a sweeter muffin, add a bit of vanilla to the Greek yogurt, but be mindful this will increase the overall sweetness.
- Use high-quality sprinkles for vibrant colors that won’t bleed into the batter.
- Do not overmix the batter once you add the flour to ensure muffins stay tender and light.
- Store muffins at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian