Cinnamon Roll Muffins
Indulge in these delightful Cinnamon Roll Muffins, the perfect blend of soft, buttery goodness and sweet cinnamon flavor. These muffins offer a convenient twist on traditional cinnamon rolls, making them an ideal choice for busy mornings or a quick snack. Topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, they are sure to impress at any gathering – from cozy family brunches to festive celebrations. Enjoy these warm or at room temperature for a comforting treat that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the filling: ½ cup unsalted butter, softened, ½ cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- For the glaze: 4 oz cream cheese, softened, ½ cup powdered sugar, milk to adjust consistency, and vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with liners or grease it lightly.
- In one bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ones until just combined.
- Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the filling until smooth.
- Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add a spoonful of filling, then top with more batter and swirl gently.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- For the glaze, mix cream cheese with powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled muffins.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 244
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 189mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 37mg
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