Easy One-Bowl Fluffy Vanilla Bean Muffins Recipe
This Easy One-Bowl Fluffy Vanilla Bean Muffin recipe delivers moist, tender muffins bursting with rich vanilla flavor thanks to the use of vanilla bean paste. With a simple combination of pantry staples and minimal cleanup, these crowd-pleasing muffins are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The batter comes together quickly in one bowl, then bakes to golden perfection with an optional sparkling sugar topping adding a delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 muffins
- Category: Breakfast Muffins
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 whole Eggs (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 tbsp Vanilla Bean Paste
- 3/4 cup Milk (a non-dairy substitute will work)
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose Flour
- 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
- 1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Topping (Optional)
- Sanding Sugar (for topping if desired)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a standard muffin tin with paper liners and set it aside to get ready for the batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla bean paste until fully combined. Then gently mix in the milk until evenly incorporated.
- Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Carefully fold and mix until the batter is smooth and free of lumps, taking care not to overmix to keep muffins fluffy.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Using a portion scoop or a measuring spoon, fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with the prepared batter. If you like, sprinkle sanding sugar on top of each muffin to add a crunchy, sparkling finish after baking.
- Bake Muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 22-25 minutes. The muffins are ready when they turn golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffin tin from the oven and transfer the muffins to a cooling rack. Allow them to cool slightly before serving to enjoy the perfect texture and flavor.
Notes
- Room temperature eggs help achieve a smoother batter and better muffin texture.
- You can substitute milk with any non-dairy milk such as almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense muffins; mix until just combined.
- Sanding sugar topping is optional but adds a delightful sparkle and crunch.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
