Description

Cinnamon Roll Muffins offer the comforting flavors of traditional cinnamon rolls in a quick and easy muffin format. These delightful treats are perfect for breakfast or brunch, featuring a gooey cinnamon swirl and a buttery, soft texture that makes every bite a mini celebration. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or as a sweet afternoon snack, these muffins will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma and leave you craving more.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
½ cup granulated sugar
2 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp salt
1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
2 large eggs
⅓ cup melted butter
½ cup brown sugar (for topping)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed—do not overmix.
Mix brown sugar and additional cinnamon for the filling. Spoon half of the batter into each muffin cup, add filling on top, then cover with remaining batter.
Bake for 18-20 minutes until they spring back when pressed lightly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
Calories: 215
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: - For a dairy-free option, substitute regular milk with almond or oat milk. - Add nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor variations. - Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.