Baked Goods Flour Selection (Printable)
Versatile baked goods crafted from flour, featuring classic flavors and simple preparation.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1 cup whole milk or plant-based alternative
07 - ½ cup unsalted butter, melted or vegetable oil
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Add-ins
10 - 1 cup chocolate chips, berries, or chopped nuts
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin or baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk milk, melted butter or oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together just until combined; avoid overmixing.
05 - Fold in chocolate chips, berries, or nuts if using, ensuring even distribution.
06 - Spoon batter evenly into prepared muffin cups or baking pan.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
08 - Remove from oven and allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.
# Expert Hacks:
01 -
- They come together in under an hour and require no fancy equipment or technique.
- The batter is endlessly adaptable—chocolate chips one day, fresh berries the next, nuts the day after.
- Every single batch turns out tender and moist, even if you're new to baking.
02 -
- Don't be tempted to overmix once the wet and dry ingredients meet—this is the most common mistake and it's what separates tender bakes from dense, tough ones.
- Room temperature eggs and milk mix more smoothly with the other wet ingredients, resulting in a more uniform batter and better rise.
03 -
- A toothpick is your honest friend; insert it into the very center and pull straight up—it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, never batter.
- If your oven runs hot, lower the temperature to 325°F and add a few minutes to baking time; every oven has a personality, and it's worth learning yours.