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Deliciously Moist Sweet Potato Muffins Recipe

Irresistible Sweet Potato Muffins Recipe made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Prepare your muffin tin with paper liners or grease it.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potatoes, both sugars, and vegetable oil.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  • Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tins, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.