When baking Muffins?

Question

When making muffins what flour should you use? I have seen a few recipes that say self raising and some saying plain....which is best?

I have also been looking for recipes from an old book called "Muffin Mania" they are the nicest muffins in the world! Does anyone know any other really good recipes for muffins?

Answer 1

I use 3/4 cup regular flour, 3/4 cup whole wheat, a handful of oatmeal, three hands ful of sugar, some baking powder, milk, some oil, and sprinkle brown sugar on the top before placing in the oven. I eat these every day, but have switched to soymilk instead of regular skim milk.

also add some cinnamon

Answer 2

yummy i <3 muffins

Answer 3

Either is fine.  If you use plain (aka All Purpose), you must add salt and baking powder and/or baking soda to the recipe, and the recipe should call for that.

If you want to sub self-rising, omit whatever salt and baking powder/soda is called for.  It's already in the flour to save you a couple steps.

Answer 4

Cranberry Muffins with Walnut Crumb Toppings

1/4 cup walnut pieces

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons granulated sugar

2 tablespoons light brown sugar

1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Pinch of salt

2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Pinch of salt

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1 large egg, lightly beaten

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled

1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries

1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar

1 cup confectioners' sugar

1 1/2 tablespoons water

Calories: 319 kcal

Carbohydrates: 47 g

Dietary Fiber: 1 g

Fat: 12 g

Protein: 4 g

Sugars: 25 g

Pineapple Upside-Down Muffins

2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar

2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

1 (10 ounce) can pineapple slices

3/4 cup whole-wheat flour

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

2 large eggs

1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

1/4 cup canola oil

2 tablespoons pineapple juice or orange juice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple (not drained)

1 cup grated carrot

1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

3/4 cup raisins, preferably baking raisins (see Ingredient note)

1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Calories: 250 kcal

Carbohydrates: 41 g

Dietary Fiber: 3 g

Fat: 8 g

Protein: 4 g

Sugars: 24 g

Spiced Carrot Muffins

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 cup sugar

2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

2 teaspoons baking powder

3/4 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 large egg

2 1/2 cups shredded carrots

Calories: 175 kcal

Carbohydrates: 30 g

Dietary Fiber: 1 g

Fat: 4 g

Protein: 3 g

Sugars: 15 g

Jam-Filled Almond Muffins

1 1/4 cups whole-wheat flour

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 large eggs

1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

1 cup buttermilk (see Tip)

1/4 cup orange juice

1/4 cup canola oil

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/3 cup blackberry, blueberry, raspberry or cherry jam

1/4 teaspoon almond extract

1/2 cup sliced almonds

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

Calories: 232 kcal

Carbohydrates: 35 g

Dietary Fiber: 2 g

Fat: 8 g

Protein: 5 g

Sugars: 17 g

Apple Strudel Muffins

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup butter

1 cup white sugar

2 eggs

1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla

1 1/2 cups chopped apples

1/3 cup packed brown sugar

1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 tablespoon butter

Calories: 265 kcal

Carbohydrates: 41 g

Dietary Fiber: 1 g

Fat: 9 g

Protein: 3 g

Sugars: 24 g

Savory Breakfast Muffins

2 cups whole-wheat flour

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 eggs

1 1/3 cups buttermilk

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1 cup thinly sliced scallions

3/4 cup diced Canadian bacon

1/2 cup grated Cheddar cheese

1/2 cup finely diced red bell pepper

Calories: 220 kcal

Carbohydrates: 25 g

Dietary Fiber: 3 g

Fat: 9 g

Protein: 9 g

Sugars: 2 g

Answer 5

Plain flour is all purpose flour, which can use but then you have to add a teaspoon or so of baking powder, otherwise use self raising and maybe even add a pinch of baking powder (just to make them bigger and better and rise more) G'Luck