Description
Cinnamon Sugar Muffins are the perfect blend of warmth and sweetness, creating a nostalgic treat that delights with every bite. Soft, fluffy, and generously coated in cinnamon sugar, these muffins make for an irresistible breakfast or snack. Easy to whip up, they’re suitable for bakers of all levels and can be customized with various mix-ins. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or saved for later, these muffins will surely brighten your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon (plus extra for topping)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool slightly.
- Mix sugar and cinnamon for topping; roll each muffin in this mixture before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg