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Cinnamon Muffins

Cinnamon Muffins: Fluffy Delights You Can Whip Up Fast

Delight in these easy Cinnamon Muffins, perfect for breakfast or snacks, featuring a fluffy texture and a sugary cinnamon topping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Use brown sugar for a moister muffin and richer flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for optimal rise.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Try sea salt for a unique taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Substitute with extra cinnamon for more flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can be replaced with vegetable oil or melted coconut oil.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg serves as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 cup Warm Milk Non-dairy milk is a great substitute for dairy-free diets.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Mix with sugar for a topping.
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the muffins with an irresistible crunch.
  • 1 tablespoon Cinnamon Key flavoring in the topping.

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Cinnamon Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground nutmeg.
  3. Incorporate the warm milk, beaten egg, and melted unsalted butter into the dry mixture until just combined.
  4. Fill each muffin cup about one-third full with batter.
  5. Bake for 20-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a bowl and melt remaining butter in another bowl for coating.
  7. Dip each warm muffin in melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  8. Transfer muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use warm milk for better batter consistency and avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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