One Easy Muffin Mix Recipe With Endless Flavor Possibilities

Name: Easy Muffin Mix Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (spooned and leveled); 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature); 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed); 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 eggs (large, room temperature); 1/2 cup greek yogurt (room temperature); 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 1/4 cup milk (room temperature); 1 cup powdered sugar; 2 to 3 tablespoons milk; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

I can’t tell you how many times this basic muffin mix recipe has saved the day in my kitchen. Whether it’s a last-minute Saturday brunch with friends, a basket of warm muffins for church fellowship, or an after-school snack for the grandkids, this recipe is my go-to. It’s simple, dependable, and endlessly flexible. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can whip up soft, golden muffins that are ready to take on whatever flavors your heart (or your guests) are craving.

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Muffin Mix Recipe

You’ll love this recipe because it’s versatile, cozy, and stress-free. Thanks to the creamy yogurt, the base mix is soft and moist, and the flavor possibilities are endless. You can fold in chocolate chips for the kids, brighten it up with lemon zest and poppy seeds for brunch, or keep them plain and let the buttery crumb shine. It’s also budget-friendly, using ingredients you likely already have on hand, and it comes together so quickly that you can have warm muffins on the table in under 35 minutes.

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Ingredient Notes

Here’s a quick overview of the key ingredients for this recipe. For the full list of ingredients and exact measurements, be sure to check the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

All-Purpose Flour: Gives structure and a tender crumb. Substitute half with whole wheat pastry flour for a heartier muffin.
Baking Powder & Baking Soda: Work together for the perfect rise. Make sure the package date is fresh.
Cinnamon: Adds a cozy warmth. You can leave it out if you want a more neutral base.
Butter: Unsalted butter at room temperature for richness. Swap with coconut oil or avocado oil for a dairy-free option.
Brown Sugar & White Sugar: The blend adds sweetness with a touch of caramel flavor.
Eggs: Provide structure and moisture. Room temperature works best.
Greek Yogurt: Keeps the muffins soft and moist. You can substitute plain sour cream instead.
Glaze (Optional): A simple mix of powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk to drizzle over cooled muffins.

How to Make Basic Muffin Mix Recipe

Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

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Cream the Butter & Sugar

In a large bowl, beat the butter until smooth. Add brown and white sugar, and beat until fluffy.

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Add Eggs & Yogurt

Mix in eggs, vanilla, and Greek yogurt until creamy.

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Combine Wet & Dry

Add the dry mixture into the wet, mixing gently until just combined.

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Add Milk

Pour in the milk and stir until batter is smooth but not overmixed.

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Fill & Bake

Divide batter evenly into muffin cups, filling nearly to the top. Bake 5 minutes at 425°F, then reduce oven temp to 350°F and bake an additional 15–18 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

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Muffin Mix Variations and Mix-Ins

Variations and Swaps

Blueberry Muffins: Gently fold 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries into the batter. For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest.
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins: Mix in 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds and 1 ½ teaspoons of lemon zest. Optionally, replace the milk with lemon juice for a tangier flavor.
Apple Cinnamon Muffins: Fold in 1 cup of diced apples and 1 teaspoon of extra ground cinnamon. Sprinkle a cinnamon-sugar topping over the batter before baking.
Healthier swaps: Swap half the flour for whole wheat pastry flour for a heartier muffin that has the same texture as using all-purpose flour!
Diet swaps: Replace butter with coconut oil and use a non-dairy milk for a dairy-free version. You can also use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend in place of the flour.

Other Mix-Ins

Chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk, dark)
Baking chips (peanut butter, butterscotch, white chocolate, toffee)
Extracts (Almond, lemon, orange, rum, coconut)
Nuts (Walnuts, pecans, almonds, pistachios)
Fruit (Dried cranberries, apples, or raisins)

Can I use this muffin mix to make mini muffins?

Yes! This recipe makes about 36–40 mini muffins. Bake at 350°F for 12–14 minutes.

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Hospitality Challenge

Host a Muffin-Making Party using this basic muffin mix! Prepare several batches of the base batter and set up a DIY mix-in bar such as chocolate chips, nuts, fruits, and flavor extracts. Invite friends, neighbors, or a small group to create their own custom muffins. While the muffins bake, take time to chat, laugh, and pray together.

Before everyone leaves, have cute bags ready so each guest can take home a variety of muffins. Then, set aside a few containers filled with mixed muffins and deliver them to your church staff as a heartfelt “thank you” for their faithful service to the body. This simple act transforms baking into a beautiful picture of shared joy and biblical love.

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This basic muffin mix recipe is one you’ll come back to again and again, whether you’re baking blueberry muffins for brunch or chocolate chip muffins for an after-school snack. If you have any questions about making this recipe, feel free to ask in the comments below. I’m here to help!

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One Easy Muffin Mix Recipe With Endless Flavor Possibilities

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Ingredient Notes