Cinnamon Roll Muffins
These Cinnamon Roll Muffins are the perfect mashup of soft, fluffy muffins and classic cinnamon rolls, swirled with warm cinnamon sugar and finished with a sweet glaze. Tender on the inside with irresistible spiced flavor in every bite, they’re ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy treat. Easy to make and guaranteed to fill your kitchen with the best aroma.
Ingredients
For the Muffins
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¾ cup milk whole or 2%
- ⅓ cup melted butter or neutral oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl
- ½ cup brown sugar light or dark
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
For the Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 –2 tablespoons milk or cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Prep the Oven and Pan
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or lightly grease it.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
3. Combine the Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Make the Batter
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. The batter should be thick but smooth don’t overmix.
5. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until it forms a thick, sandy paste.
6. Assemble the Muffins
- Spoon a small amount of batter into each muffin cup. Add a teaspoon of cinnamon swirl, then more batter, and another small spoonful of swirl. Use a toothpick or knife to gently swirl.
7. Bake
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Add the Glaze
- Whisk glaze ingredients together. Drizzle over warm muffins before serving.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
- Brown sugar adds a deeper, more classic cinnamon roll flavor.
- Swirl the cinnamon filling gently to keep defined ribbons.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins soft and tender.
- Line or grease the muffin tin well to prevent sticking.
- Add a cream cheese or vanilla glaze after baking for extra sweetness.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days.
- Reheat briefly in the microwave to refresh the soft texture.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 320 kcal,Carbohydrates: 42 g,
Fiber: 1.5 g,
Sugars: 22 g,
Protein: 5 g,
Fat: 15 g,
Saturated Fat: 7 g,
Cholesterol: 55 mg,
Sodium: 290 mg,
Potassium: 150 mg,
Calcium: 90 mg,
Iron: 1.6 mg