Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1/2 cup Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 1/4 cup Rainbow sprinkles
• 1/4 cup Powdered sugar (for optional frosting)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, milk, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.

4. 4

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

5. 5

   Fold in the rainbow sprinkles, leaving a small amount to sprinkle on top of the muffins before baking.

6. 6

   Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.

7. 7

   Sprinkle the remaining rainbow sprinkles on top of each muffin.

8. 8

   Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

9. 9

   Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. 10

    If desired, dust the tops of the muffins with powdered sugar for a little extra sweetness.