Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with non-stick spray.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients.
• In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the whole milk, vegetable oil (or melted butter), egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the well of the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula just until moistened. Do not overmix; the batter should remain slightly lumpy.
• Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
• Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the muffin tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.