Description
Homemade Swirled Cinnamon and Sugar Muffins deliver a comforting breakfast classic with irresistible warm spices and sweet swirled layers. Fragrant spices and tender crumb promise a delightful morning treat you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups (220 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
Sweeteners and Sugars:
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar (for cinnamon-sugar swirl)
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) cinnamon-sugar (for topping)
Flavor and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for cinnamon-sugar swirl)
- 1/3 cup (80 milliliters) vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 375°F (190°C) and arranging a 12-cup muffin tin with protective paper liners or a light grease coating.
- Craft the dry mixture by thoroughly combining flour, baking powder, salt, and a measured portion of cinnamon in a medium mixing vessel.
- Create the liquid foundation by whisking sugar, milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until achieving a harmonious, smooth consistency.
- Merge the dry and wet components with a gentle folding technique, ensuring minimal manipulation to preserve the batter’s delicate texture.
- Construct the aromatic cinnamon-sugar accent by blending sugar and cinnamon in a separate small container, reserving for later decoration.
- Distribute the batter evenly across muffin cups, filling approximately two-thirds of each compartment. Generously dust the surface with the prepared cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Utilize a toothpick or slender knife to artfully swirl the cinnamon-sugar throughout the batter, creating an elegant marbled design.
- Position the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, verifying doneness by inserting a testing implement that emerges clean.
- Optional enhancement involves brushing warm muffin tops with melted butter and sprinkling additional cinnamon-sugar for intensified sweetness.
- Allow muffins to cool momentarily before serving, permitting the internal structure to stabilize and flavors to mature.
Notes
- Swap milk with plant-based alternatives like almond or oat milk to make the recipe dairy-free and suitable for vegan diets.
- Reduce sugar content by using half the recommended amount or replace with natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a low-calorie version.
- Incorporate whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour blend to enhance nutritional value and accommodate different dietary needs.
- Use silicone muffin liners for easier removal and less waste, ensuring perfectly shaped muffins without sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 192
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 18 mg