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Muffins may resemble cupcakes because they're usually the same shape and size, but they are entirely different. A muffin is usually based on a recipe for quick bread baked in a loaf pan. Quick breads, by definition, use baking powder, soda or cream of tartar in place of yeast for leavening. They are also made quickly and with little stirring so the ingredients have the ability to rise. They may have a streusel or glaze, but you won't see a muffin topped with buttercream frosting.
Muffins are typically a breakfast treat, but they're great comfort food any time of day. Here, cranberries and yellow cornmeal team for texture and pure American flavor. These rustic, crusty muffins are wonderful served warm right out of the oven along with berry preserves. If you want to make sure the muffins rise and have a pleasant consistency, here are a few tips:See the full content of this document
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Muffins Are Classic Comfort Treat
Measure out the dry ingredients in a bowl or on a large sheet of wax paper.
Cream the butter an...See the full content of this document
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