Traditional Cream Muffin

These muffins are a timeless classic that combines a tender crumb with a rich, creamy flavour that is sure to delight your taste buds. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack, these muffins are easy to make and require simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease each cup with butter or non-stick cooking spray.

This ensures the muffins release easily after baking and creates a crisp, golden crust. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Sifting helps aerate the flour, ensuring a light and fluffy texture in your muffins. Use a whisk to combine all dry ingredients thoroughly, ensuring that the baking powder and soda are evenly distributed.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well-blended. The heavy cream adds a rich, creamy flavour and helps create a tender crumb, while the eggs provide structure and stability to the muffins. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Using a spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold the mixture until just combined.

Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps in the batter are fine. Overmixing can result in dense, tough muffins instead of the light and airy texture we’re aiming for. Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full. This allows room for the muffins to rise as they bake without overflowing. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. The muffins are ready when they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean or with just a few crumbs attached.

This ensures that the muffins are fully baked without being dry. Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps prevent the bottoms from becoming soggy and allows them to firm up slightly for easier handling. Enjoy your cream muffins warm or at room temperature with a pat of butter or a dollop of your favourite jam. With their soft, fluffy texture and creamy flavour, these muffins are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire.