Delicious Cinnamon Roll Muffins Recipe

Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, fluffy muffin that combines the best parts of cinnamon rolls and muffins. That’s what these cinnamon roll muffins deliver – a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. They’re soft, sweet, and swirled with cinnamon goodness, making them a family favorite.

These muffins are not just your average baked goods; they are a cinnamon lover’s dream come true. With a simple base and a swirl of cinnamon sugar, each bite is like a mini cinnamon roll. And the best part? They come together in no time, so you can enjoy freshly baked muffins without the hassle of yeast and rising times.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for cinnamon swirl)
• 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)
• 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (for icing)
• 1-2 tablespoons milk (for icing)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine melted butter, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Prepare Cinnamon Swirl: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
6. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon a small amount of muffin batter into the bottom of each muffin cup, then sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Top with additional batter until the cups are 2/3 full, and add a bit more cinnamon-sugar on top.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Make Icing: While the muffins cool, mix powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, and enough milk to achieve a drizzling consistency.
9. Drizzle Icing: Once the muffins have cooled slightly, drizzle the cream cheese icing over the tops, and enjoy!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 muffins
• Calories: 220kcal
• Fat: 10g
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 30g