Cinnamon Roll Muffins Recipe
Delightfully soft and fluffy cinnamon roll muffins that capture all the flavors of classic cinnamon rolls in an easy-to-make muffin form. Perfect for a quick breakfast treat or cozy snack, these muffins swirl fragrant cinnamon sugar throughout a tender batter baked to golden perfection.
- Author: Mick
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and half of the cinnamon. Gradually stir in the milk until the batter is smooth and well blended.
- Incorporate the cinnamon swirl: Mix the remaining cinnamon with a little sugar and sprinkle over the batter. Using a knife or spoon, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter to create a marbled effect without overmixing.
- Bake the muffins: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the batter into a greased or lined muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the muffins are fluffy and golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra richness, substitute whole milk or add 2 tablespoons of melted butter to the batter.
- To make it vegan, use plant-based milk and substitute sugar with maple syrup (reduce liquid slightly).
- Sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a crunchy topping.
- Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
Keywords: cinnamon roll muffins, cinnamon sugar muffins, easy breakfast muffins, quick cinnamon muffins