Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of these Cinnamon Roll Muffins that are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat. These muffins capture the essence of cinnamon rolls in a convenient, handheld form.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Cinnamon-Sugar Filling:
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
Optional Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
- Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients, then combine the wet and dry mixtures. Fill each muffin cup with batter, layering with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Bake: Bake for 15–18 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before glazing if desired.
Notes
- For extra richness, add ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt to the batter.
- You can also fold in chopped pecans or walnuts with the cinnamon-sugar layer.
- Best enjoyed warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
