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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

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Enjoy the classic cinnamon roll flavor in a quick and easy muffin. These muffins feature a cinnamon sugar swirl and a sweet glaze, perfect for a fast breakfast or a weekend brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup milk
  • ⅓ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the Swirl:
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon for the swirl.
  6. Spoon about half of the batter into the prepared muffin cups. Drizzle about half of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter.
  7. Spoon the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar, then top with the rest of the cinnamon sugar mixture. You can use a toothpick to gently swirl it into the top of the batter.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. While the muffins bake, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
  10. Let the muffins cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar swirl.
  • These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • You can make these ahead and reheat them gently in the morning.

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