Description
Delight in these soft and flavorful Vanilla Chai Muffins, perfectly spiced with warm chai flavors and a hint of vanilla. These muffins are moist, lightly sweetened, and topped with a sprinkle of coarse sugar for a delightful crunch. Ideal for a cozy breakfast or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Pasteurized Egg White
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1/4 cup Oil
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 teaspoon Baking Powder
- 2 teaspoon Vanilla Chai Spice
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
Topping
- Coarse Sugar, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Prepare a 6-well muffin pan by spraying it with cooking spray to prevent sticking, then set it aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pasteurized egg white, 1/2 cup milk, and 1/4 cup oil until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 2 teaspoons vanilla chai spice to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep the muffins light and tender.
- Portion Batter: Evenly distribute the batter among the 6 muffin wells, filling each about three-quarters full. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top of each muffin as desired for a sweet, crunchy topping.
- Bake and Cool: Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, until the muffins have golden brown tops and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool further or enjoy warm.
Notes
- Use pasteurized egg whites for a safer option and lighter texture.
- Adjust the amount of coarse sugar topping based on your sweetness preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk.
- Vanilla chai spice can be homemade or store-bought; it typically includes cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and ginger.
- To keep muffins moist, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Vanilla Chai Muffins, chai spice, breakfast muffin, easy muffin recipe, spiced muffins, baking, vanilla muffins
