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Cinnamon Sugar Swirl Muffins


  • Author: Alioui
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Description

Delightfully fluffy muffins with a sweet cinnamon sugar crust.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar (for topping)
  • For Frosting:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 23 tablespoons milk
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures, stirring gently until just mixed.
  5. Fill muffin cups 2/3 full and sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes clean.
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Mix just until combined to avoid dense muffins.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast

Nutrition

  • Calories: 210 per muffin
  • Sodium: 180 mg
  • Protein: 3 g