1. Preheat oven to 425F. Line a 12-count muffin with cupcake liners. If you’d like to make your own liners, cut 12 pieces of parchment paper that are 5×5 inches. Place the parchment square on the bottom of a glass and press the sides of the parchment paper along the sides of the glass to create the shape of the liner. Place in the muffin tin. It’s okay if they don’t stay down. The muffin batter will hold them down when added.

2. In a large bowl add vegetable oil, sugar, molasses, eggs and milk. Whisk to combine, then add remaining ingredients. Stir just until batter is combined.

3. Scoop batter into prepared muffin tin. Sprinkle tops of muffins with granulated sugar.

4. Bake in 425F oven for 5 minutes, then REDUCE temperature to 350 for 12-15 more minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The high initial temperature helps the muffins rise more.

5. Sprinkle tops of muffins with additional granulated sugar if desired, serve and enjoy!