Description

Swirled Cinnamon and Sugar Muffins are light, fluffy, and packed with warm cinnamon flavor. These homemade muffins feature a marbled cinnamon sugar swirl that makes them as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat!

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with butter.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, combine milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon to create the cinnamon swirl mixture.
Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter. Sprinkle about a teaspoon of the cinnamon sugar mixture on top of the batter. Add another layer of batter to cover the cinnamon sugar.
Using a toothpick, gently swirl the cinnamon sugar into the batter to create a marbled effect.
Bake the muffins for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For added sweetness, sprinkle a touch of cinnamon sugar on top of the muffins before baking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Warm in the microwave for a fresh-out-of-the-oven taste.
For a glaze, mix powdered sugar with a bit of milk and drizzle it over cooled muffins.