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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Cinnamon Roll Muffins

These Cinnamon Roll Muffins combine the best of two worlds—fluffy muffins with swirls of gooey cinnamon sugar!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Servings 12 muffins
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls (large, medium, and small)

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Base:

  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl:

  • ½ cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon flour

For the Cream Cheese Glaze:

  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Your Kitchen

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or spray with non-stick spray.
  • Gather all ingredients and allow eggs and sour cream to reach room temperature.

Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Swirl

  • In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, and flour until it resembles wet sand. Set aside.

Step 3: Make the Muffin Batter

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk sugar, melted butter, and oil until smooth.
  • Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each.
  • Mix in sour cream and vanilla until smooth.
  • Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined (don’t overmix!).

Step 4: Create the Cinnamon Swirl Effect

  • Fill muffin cups one-third full with batter.
  • Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of cinnamon swirl mixture over each.
  • Top with remaining batter, filling almost to the top.
  • Sprinkle remaining cinnamon mixture on top.
  • Use a toothpick or skewer to swirl the mixture into a figure-eight pattern.

Step 5: Bake the Muffins

  • Bake for 18-22 minutes, until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  • Let muffins cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.

Step 6: Make the Cream Cheese Glaze

  • Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
  • Gradually mix in powdered sugar until incorporated.
  • Add vanilla and milk until desired consistency is reached.
  • Drizzle over warm muffins and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use Ceylon cinnamon for a richer, less spicy flavor.
  • Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a tangier taste.
  • For extra rise, fill only 10 cups instead of 12.
  • Let the cinnamon mixture rest for a few minutes before using to enhance the flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSugar: 15g
Keyword Bakery-Style Muffins, Breakfast Muffins, Cinnamon Roll Muffins, Easy Muffins Recipe
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