Coffee Cake Muffins
Indulge in the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked Coffee Cake Muffins. With a soft, buttery interior and a sweet crumbly topping, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Easy to make and endlessly customizable, they pair beautifully with your morning coffee or tea. Enjoy them fresh from the oven, and watch as everyone asks for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk (whole or almond)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine melted butter, eggs, and milk until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined; do not overmix.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar with a pinch of cinnamon for the topping.
- Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full with batter and sprinkle with the topping.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or fresh fruits like blueberries or chopped apples. Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for longer storage.