Fresh Strawberry Muffins

01Method

1. 1

   Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by greasing it or fitting it with paper liners.

2. 2

   Using an electric mixer, cream the butter with the larger portion of sugar until smooth and fluffy. Add the egg and beat until well incorporated.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Alternately fold the flour mixture and the milk into the butter mixture until just combined. Stir in the vanilla, then fold in the strawberries gently.

4. 4

   Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups. Mix the remaining sugar with the cinnamon and scatter the mixture over the tops.

5. 5

   Bake until a skewer inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, about 20 to 25 minutes.