Cinnamon Roll Muffins
Cinnamon Roll Muffins are a delightful blend of soft, fluffy muffins infused with the warm flavors of traditional cinnamon rolls. Bursting with sweet cinnamon sugar swirls and topped with a creamy glaze, these treats are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they will quickly become a favorite in your household.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup whole milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar (for swirl)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for swirl)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk milk, egg, and melted butter; mix with dry ingredients until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar and additional cinnamon for the swirl.
- Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top, then add more batter until nearly full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before glazing made from powdered sugar and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: - Enhance flavor by adding nuts or chocolate chips to the batter. - Experiment with spices like nutmeg or cardamom for added depth. - For a unique twist, drizzle with maple syrup instead of glaze.