Description
Cinnamon Roll Muffins are a delightful and easy-to-make treat that combine the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the convenience of muffins. Soft, fluffy muffins swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a sweet glaze, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the cinnamon swirl:
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- For the glaze:
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl: In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, cinnamon, and softened butter until smooth. Set aside.
- Make the muffin batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In another bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Assemble the muffins: Spoon a tablespoon of batter into each muffin cup. Top with 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon swirl mixture, then cover with another spoonful of batter. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl the cinnamon mixture into the batter.
- Bake the muffins: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
- Make the glaze: While the muffins bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over warm muffins.
- Serve: Allow the muffins to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm!
Notes
- For a fruity twist, add raisins or chopped apples to the batter before baking.
- Add chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts to the cinnamon swirl for extra texture and flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute non-dairy milk, vegan butter, and use a flax egg in place of the egg.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
