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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Soft and Gooey Cinnamon Roll Muffins for Busy Mornings

Enjoy these easy-to-make Cinnamon Roll Muffins filled with gooey cinnamon swirls, perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Substitute with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking powder Essential leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Milk Adds moisture
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (melted) Delivers rich flavor
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Introduces depth of flavor
For the Cinnamon Filling
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Adds sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cinnamon Key ingredient
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for filling) Ensures gooey richness
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Base for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Milk (for glaze) Thins the glaze
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for glaze) Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cinnamon Roll Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
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  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
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  3. In another bowl, mix together the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
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  4. Gently combine the wet and dry ingredients, stirring just until mixed.
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  5. Prepare the cinnamon filling by mixing the brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter.
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  6. Spoon two-thirds of the muffin batter into each muffin cup, add cinnamon filling, then top with remaining batter.
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  7. Using a toothpick, swirl through the batter to create cinnamon swirls.
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  8. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden brown, then cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
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  9. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for glaze, then drizzle over warm muffins.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep muffins light and fluffy. Consider adding 1 tablespoon of sour cream for added moisture.

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