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Cinnamon Muffins: A Homestyle Recipe for Sweet Lovers
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Cinnamon Muffins: A Homestyle Recipe for Sweet Lovers

These cinnamon muffins offer a warm, spiced flavor with a tender crumb and a sweet cinnamon-sugar topping, perfect for breakfast or snacks. Minimal mixing ensures a moist texture with a crisp edge.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Recipes
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ cup butter, melted (vegan: coconut oil)
  • 2 large eggs (or ¾ cup applesauce for vegan)
  • 1 cup milk (non-dairy if preferred)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract (vegan if eggless)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, cinnamon, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl until combined.
  3. Beat eggs, then whisk in milk and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix with a spatula until just combined (30 seconds max).
  5. Spoon batter into prepared cups, filling 3/4 full.
  6. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp sugar with 1 tsp cinnamon. Sprinkle over batter.
  7. Bake 18-22 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool briefly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 210mgSugar: 12g

Notes

For gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend.
Coconut sugar can substitute granulated sugar for a different flavor.
Add-ins like chocolate chips or raisins can be incorporated into the batter.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Avoid over-mixing to maintain a tender crumb.

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