Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Baking Mix Basic Muffins

If you’ve got baking mix in your pantry, this basic muffin will be your go-to recipe for the easiest recipe for making fluffy, perfect muffins in minutes.

This basic baking mix muffin recipe is so easy, quick, and versatile with simple ingredients and great for busy schedules.

This simple recipe transforms everyday store-bought ingredients into a cozy treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.

Using a baking mix cuts down time with premeasured ingredients in the mix, plus additions are endless with possibilities.

You may also like to try another shortcut of quick and easy recipes using Pancake Mix. Here are 5 Pancake Mix recipes.

This is one of the easiest recipes to make and enjoy homemade muffins without sacrificing the flavor.


muffins made with baking mix a basic recipe to add anything to them these have bits of strawberries and bananas





Why You'll Love This Recipe for Baking Mix Muffins?

  • Quick & Easy: No need to measure out flour, baking powder, and salt—your baking mix does the heavy lifting.
  • Consistent Results: Muffins bake up soft and tender every time.
  • Versatile Base: You can customize the batter with fruit, nuts, or spices, and even add savory ingredients for endless muffin variations.
  •  Perfect for Beginners: Even if you’re not an experienced baker, this recipe is foolproof.


baking mix muffins going into the oven


What Else Can Go Into Baking Mix Muffins

  • chopped apples to make apple muffins
  • diced peaches, blueberry easy muffins, strawberries, raspberries, bananas or another fruit you prefer, diced small
  • chopped nuts, or seeds
  • small dried fruit (such as raisins, currants, cranberries), chocolate chips, or any combination of these.
  • shredded cheese, herbs, or cooked bacon bits for a delicious twist.


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Tips for Baking Mix Muffins

  1. Don’t overmix the batter; this keeps your muffins tender.
  2. Variety: keep a variety of the additions listed to make a different muffin flavor every time you bake.
  3. Before baking:  sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, colorful sprinkles, chopped nuts, dried fruits, mini chocolate chips, seeds, or for savory, try some shredded cheese and chives
  4. Test for doneness with a toothpick to avoid overbaking.
  5. Freeze extras by wrapping muffins tightly; they reheat beautifully in the microwave or oven.


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pin for later muffins using baking mix recipe


Final Thoughts on Making Basic Baking Mix Muffins

These Basic Baking Mix Muffins are proof that homemade doesn’t have to be complicated and the best part, a different muffin can be on your table everytime you get creative.

With just a handful of ingredients and endless variations, you’ll always have a quick and tasty treat ready for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Next time you’re short on time but craving something warm and fresh from the oven, reach for your baking mix; you’ll be glad you did, and don't forget the jam and butter to spread on these fluffy muffins!


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Author: Claudia Lamascolo
Baking Mix Basic Recipe

Baking Mix Basic Recipe

This basic baking mix muffin recipe is so easy, quick, and versatile with simple ingredients and great for busy schedules

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 15 MinTotal time: 25 Min

Ingredients

  • 2 cups baking mix (such as Bisquick)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 2/3 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease or paper-line a muffin tin (12 cup)
  2. Place the baking mix in a bowl with sugar and whisk evenly.
  3. In a clean bowl, whisk the milk, egg, and melted butter.
  4. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined (do not overmix).
  5. Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, add the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 15–18 minutes or use the toothpick method to check if the centers come out clean.

Notes

Tips for Baking Mix Muffins

  1. Don’t overmix the batter; this keeps your muffins tender.
  2. Variety: keep a variety of the additions listed to make a different muffin flavor every time you bake.
  3. Before baking: sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar, colorful sprinkles, chopped nuts, dried fruits, mini chocolate chips, seeds, or for savory, try some shredded cheese and chives
  4. Test for doneness with a toothpick to avoid overbaking.
  5. Freeze extras by wrapping muffins tightly; they reheat beautifully in the microwave or oven.


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pin for later muffins using a mix with variations


Here Are Some Other Recipe Favorites:


Mini Strawberry Blueberry Muffins

Banana Mango Muffins

Muffins and Quick Bread Roundup Recipes

Best Banana Bread Ever

Chocolate or Regular Zucchini Loaf

Pancake Mix Recipes

Disclosure: This recipe was originally shared in 2017. It was edited and re-published in 2025.