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Coffee Cake Muffins

Delightful Coffee Cake Muffins with Crunchy Streusel Topping

These delightful Coffee Cake Muffins bring cozy warmth to your breakfast table with a crunchy streusel topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier twist.
  • 1 tbsp baking powder Ensure it's fresh for the best results.
  • 0.5 tsp salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon Freshly ground offers the best flavor.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted) Vegetable or coconut oil can replace it.
  • 1 cup whole milk Non-dairy milk works perfectly as a substitute.
  • 2 large eggs Applesauce or flaxseed meal mixed with water can be used for a vegan option.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds depth to the flavor.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar (packed) White sugar is a fine substitute.
  • 0.25 cup cold butter Keep it cold for the best crumbly texture.
  • 0.75 cup flour Can use leftover all-purpose flour from the muffin base.
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon Be generous!

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Fork or pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, folding together with a spatula.
  5. Combine the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the streusel. Cut in the cold butter until crumbly.
  6. Spoon muffin batter into cups, filling two-thirds full and sprinkle streusel on top.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let muffins cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter for a light texture. Allow muffins to cool slightly before serving for best flavor.

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