Description
Cinnamon roll muffins blend classic pastry comfort with convenient bakery magic. Sweet spirals of warmth deliver delightful breakfast charm, inviting you to savor each irresistible bite of homemade goodness.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
- 1/2 cup (115 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Sugar and Sweeteners:
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350°F (175°C) and positioning a rack in the center. Arrange muffin liners in a 12-cup tin or generously coat with cooking spray.
- Create the foundational muffin mixture by combining dry ingredients in a spacious mixing vessel. Whisk flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly integrated.
- In a separate container, blend wet components – melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract – ensuring a smooth, cohesive liquid base.
- Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients, stirring minimally to prevent dense texture. Mix until ingredients are just incorporated, maintaining a light consistency.
- Craft the cinnamon filling by combining softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Blend until the mixture achieves a uniform, spreadable texture.
- Populate muffin cups by depositing batter halfway, then introducing a dollop of cinnamon filling atop the initial layer.
- Complete each muffin cup by covering the filling with remaining batter, approaching the rim but avoiding overflow.
- Create visual intrigue by using a toothpick to marble the cinnamon filling throughout the batter, generating delicate swirls.
- Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven, allowing 18-20 minutes of baking until a inserted toothpick emerges clean.
- Extract muffins from the oven, permitting brief resting within the tin before transitioning to a cooling rack.
- Construct the cream cheese glaze by whipping softened cream cheese until silky smooth using a hand mixer.
- Incorporate powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract into the cream cheese, adjusting liquid for ideal drizzling consistency.
- Once muffins have completely cooled, embellish with cream cheese glaze using a spoon or pastry bag, creating elegant cascading patterns.
- Present these aromatic delicacies warm or at ambient temperature, complemented perfectly by a steaming beverage.
Notes
- Swap out all-purpose flour with whole wheat or gluten-free alternatives for dietary needs without compromising the muffin’s soft texture.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of milk to create a tangier, richer profile while boosting protein content for a more nutritious breakfast treat.
- Control sweetness by reducing sugar gradually or substituting with natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a healthier spin.
- Enhance moisture by adding grated apple or mashed banana to the batter, which helps maintain softness and introduces subtle fruity undertones.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 92 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg