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Soft Cinnamon Roll Muffins

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Quick and easy soft cinnamon roll muffins that capture the cozy flavor of cinnamon rolls without the wait time. Ready in 30 minutes, these muffins are perfect for busy mornings or last-minute treats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole, almond, or oat milk)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Cinnamon sugar filling:
  • 1/3 cup (70 grams) brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons (45 grams) unsalted butter, melted
  • Optional glaze:
  • 1/2 cup (60 grams) powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 ml) milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined; batter should be thick but pourable with some lumps.
  5. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly but slightly sticky.
  6. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each muffin cup, add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon sugar filling on top, then cover with another tablespoon of batter. Swirl gently with a toothpick or knife to create a cinnamon roll effect.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking at 18 minutes with a toothpick; muffins are done when toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Optional: Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make glaze and drizzle over warm muffins.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins soft and fluffy. Use room temperature eggs and milk for better blending. Grease muffin tin well or use liners to prevent sticking. Swirl cinnamon sugar gently to maintain the swirl effect. Check oven temperature with a thermometer for best results. Glaze is optional but adds a nice sweetness and moisture.

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