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Cinnamon Roll Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Mariam
  • Prep Time: 0h 15m
  • Cook Time: 0h 20m
  • Total Time: 0h 35m
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Cinnamon Roll Muffins offer all the delightful flavors of a classic cinnamon roll in an easy-to-make muffin form. Soft and fluffy with swirls of cinnamon sugar and a buttery top, they make a perfect breakfast treat or snack. With simple pantry ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up a batch of warm, aromatic muffins in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate smaller bowl, mix the lightly beaten egg, milk, and melted butter until well combined to create the wet mixture.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy for tender muffins.
  5. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mixture: In another bowl, combine the packed brown sugar and ground cinnamon, setting this aside for layering the muffins.
  6. Fill Muffin Cups Halfway: Spoon the muffin batter into each muffin cup, filling them halfway.
  7. Add Cinnamon Sugar Layer: Sprinkle about a generous teaspoon of the cinnamon-brown sugar mixture over the batter in each muffin cup to create a flavorful swirl.
  8. Top with Remaining Batter: Spoon the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar layer in each muffin cup, filling them nearly to the top.
  9. Add Butter Dollops: Drop small dollops of the softened butter on top of each muffin to enhance richness and encourage delicious caramelization.
  10. Swirl the Layers: Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the butter and cinnamon sugar into the batter, creating the signature cinnamon roll effect.
  11. Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating doneness.
  12. Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, ensuring they set properly and are easy to handle.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and light.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for best mixing results, especially the softened butter.
  • You can substitute whole milk with any milk alternative such as almond or soy milk if preferred.
  • For added texture, sprinkle chopped nuts or raisins along with the cinnamon sugar before topping with batter.
  • Serve warm for a fresh-baked experience, optionally with a glaze or cream cheese frosting drizzle.

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