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Peanut Butter Muffins

These peanut butter muffins are simple, comforting treats that come together quickly with basic baking ingredients. They feature a moist, tender crumb with a golden, crackly top and a rich peanut aroma that fills the kitchen. Perfect for a cozy snack or breakfast, their forgiving nature makes them easy to tweak with your favorite add-ins.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup peanut butter natural, creamy or chunky
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs eggs room temperature recommended
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon optional
  • ½ cup milk dairy or plant-based

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Sifter or fine sieve
  • Muffin tin and liners
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and sugar. Use a spatula or whisk to stir until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs to the bowl one at a time, whisking well after each addition. The batter will become glossy and slightly thick.
  4. Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon into a separate bowl to aerate the dry ingredients.
  5. Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula or wooden spoon. When combined, the batter will be thick but easily scoopable.
  6. Pour in the milk and fold it into the batter until just combined. The mixture should be smooth and slightly pourable, with a rich peanut aroma filling the air.
  7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. Tap the tin lightly on the counter to settle the batter and remove air bubbles.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
  10. Enjoy these moist, nutty muffins plain, or with a smear of extra peanut butter or honey for an extra treat.

Notes

Feel free to add chopped peanuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor. Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.