These muffins combine the classic flavors of peanut butter and jam into a delightful baked treat.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin pan by greasing it or lining it with paper liners.
Using paper liners makes cleanup easier and gives the muffins a professional look.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and baking powder.
Sifting the dry ingredients together ensures an even distribution of the baking powder.
In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, sugar, peanut butter, and vegetable oil until smooth.
Make sure the peanut butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
Overmixing can lead to dense muffins, so mix gently.
Fill each muffin cup halfway with the batter. Add a teaspoon of jam to the center of each, then cover with the remaining batter.
Use a small spoon to neatly place the jam in the center of each muffin.
Sprinkle the tops of the muffins with coarse sugar.
The sugar topping adds a delightful crunch to the muffins.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Check the muffins a minute or two early to avoid overbaking.
Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooling the muffins in the pan helps them set and makes them easier to remove.
Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
These muffins are delicious with a cup of tea or coffee.
