Top-Shelf Muffin Mix Recipe
This versatile muffin mix combines rich coconut oil and customizable ingredients, perfect for crafting moist, flavorful muffins without the dryness typical of other recipes. With simple substitutions, it can be adapted for various dessert flavors, from classic blueberry to decadent chocolate chip.
Equipment
- Stand mixer or large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Zip-top storage bag (for storing mix)
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ⅛ teaspoon grated nutmeg
- ¾ cup coconut oil softened (68°F)
Variations:
- All-Butter Substitute: Replace coconut oil with 6 ounces 1 ½ sticks unsalted butter, softened.
Flour Substitutions. Choose one blend to replace the all-purpose flour:
- 3 ¼ ounces yellow cornmeal + 9 ounces all-purpose flour
- 6 ½ ounces whole wheat flour + 5 ½ ounces all-purpose flour
- 3 ounces oat flour + 9 ounces all-purpose flour
- Gluten-Free Blend: 4 ounces tapioca or arrowroot flour, 4 ounces cornstarch, 2 ounces white rice flour, 2 ounces oat flour
Add Flavor. Incorporate up to three of these:
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon citrus zest
- 4 teaspoons matcha powder
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
- Seeds from 1 vanilla bean
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
Add Texture. Pick one (or half portions of two):
- 1 cup toasted pecans, almonds, or other nuts
- 1 cup freeze-dried fruit
- ¾ cup dried fruit like raisins or cranberries
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Mix: In a stand mixer bowl, sift the flour (or chosen substitution). Add sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, nutmeg, and softened coconut oil. Mix until the texture resembles a powder.
- Store: Transfer the mix to a zip-top bag and store at room temperature (65-74°F) until ready to use. Do not refrigerate, as it may alter the behavior of the mix.
- Use: Follow muffin recipes or variations that call for a pre-made muffin mix.
Notes
- For immediate use, the all-butter variation works best when baked promptly after preparation.
- Shelf life for the mix depends on added ingredients, such as nuts or whole-grain flours. Adjust accordingly.
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