One of the best-kept secrets for achieving tall, domed muffin tops is starting your oven at a higher temperature for the first few minutes of baking. This gives the muffins a burst of heat that helps them rise quickly before the tops set, creating that perfect dome.
Here’s How to Do It:
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Even if your recipe calls for 350°F or 375°F, this trick will work! Preheat to 425°F first.
2. Bake the muffins at 425°F for the first 5-7 minutes of the baking time. During this time, the higher heat activates the baking powder and soda which causes the muffin batter to rise rapidly, giving you a tall muffin top.
3. After 5-7 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to the regular baking temperature (usually 350°F or 375°F) and continue baking until the muffins are done.
Bonus Tip:
Fill your muffin cups nearly to the top with batter (instead of the usual 2/3 full) to encourage even more rise. The combination of a fuller cup and the initial high temperature ensures a beautiful, bakery-style muffin top every time! Be sure to use some pan spray or muffin papers to make sure they come out of the pan nice and easy!
This simple temperature trick works wonders and is perfect for anyone who wants to elevate their homemade muffins to a professional level. Try it with your next batch, and watch those muffins rise to new heights!
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