Description

These irresistible Cinnamon Roll Muffins bring the delicious flavor of classic cinnamon rolls into a quick and easy muffin form. Perfect for cozy mornings or brunch, they combine a tender, fluffy muffin with a sweet cinnamon-sugar swirl and a hint of vanilla. With a simple ingredient list and straightforward method, these muffins deliver the comforting cinnamon roll taste without the fuss of rolling dough.

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 (for filling swirl mixed with brown sugar)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the whole milk, melted unsalted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients gently until just combined. Avoid over mixing to keep the muffins tender.
Prepare Filling Swirl: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon that will be used to create the signature cinnamon swirls in the muffins.
Fill Muffin Cups: Fill each muffin cup about one-third full with batter, then sprinkle some of the cinnamon-brown sugar swirl mixture. Add more batter to fill the muffin cups about two-thirds full and swirl slightly to create a marbled effect with a fork.
Bake: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until they turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm for best flavor.

Notes

For extra indulgence, drizzle cream cheese glaze on top after baking.
Ensure eggs are at room temperature for better batter consistency.
Do not overmix batter to maintain moist and fluffy muffins.
Substitute whole milk with a dairy-free milk alternative to make the recipe lactose free.
Muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cinnamon roll muffins, cinnamon muffins, easy breakfast muffins, cinnamon sugar muffins, quick breakfast, cinnamon swirl muffins