Description
Delight in these soft and flavorful Cinnamon Roll Muffins that perfectly capture the essence of classic cinnamon rolls in a convenient muffin form. With a tender crumb, swirled cinnamon sugar filling, and a hint of vanilla, these muffins are ideal for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (mixed with brown sugar for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and make removal easy.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt until well combined to ensure even distribution of leavening and spices.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the whole milk, melted unsalted butter, room temperature eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing and tough muffins.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Filling: In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling. Swirl half of this cinnamon sugar mixture into the muffin batter carefully.
- Fill Muffin Cups and Add Filling: Fill each muffin cup about two-thirds full with batter, then add more batter on top to cover the cinnamon filling swirl.
- Bake the Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature to help incorporate air for fluffier muffins.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and light.
- You can add a simple glaze of powdered sugar and milk for extra sweetness.
- For a healthier version, substitute some of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
