Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Every great recipe starts with quality ingredients, and Swirly Cinnamon Bliss Muffins are no exception. Let's take a closer look at the essential components that contribute to their irresistible flavor and texture.

Start your day with a treat that’s sure to delight! Swirly Cinnamon Bliss Muffins are fluffy, tender muffins infused with a sweet cinnamon swirl and topped with a creamy glaze. This recipe combines simple ingredients for a delicious breakfast or snack that both novice and experienced bakers can easily make. Embrace the warmth and comfort of cinnamon baked to perfection. Enjoy these muffins warm or at room temperature—they're perfect for any occasion!

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Ingredients

For the Muffin Batter:

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar/lemon juice)

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (plus extra for greasing)

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl Filling:

1/3 cup brown sugar, packed

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

For the Cream Cheese Glaze (optional):

4 oz cream cheese, softened

1 cup powdered sugar

1-2 tablespoons milk

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.

Prepare the Muffin Batter:

- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

- In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Make the Cinnamon Swirl Filling:

- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and softened butter until you have a crumbly mixture.

Assemble the Muffins:

- Fill each muffin cup about 1/3 full with the muffin batter.

- Sprinkle a generous tablespoon of the cinnamon swirl filling over the batter in each cup.

- Top with additional muffin batter until the cups are about 2/3 full. Use a knife or toothpick to gently swirl the filling into the batter.

Bake:

- Bake in the preheated oven for about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (a few crumbs are okay, but not wet batter).

- Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool entirely.

Prepare the Cream Cheese Glaze (optional):

- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and drizzleable.

- If the glaze is too thick, add a bit more milk until you reach your desired consistency.

Serve:

- Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over the cooled muffins if desired, and enjoy your Swirly Cinnamon Bliss Muffins warm or at room temperature!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Servings: 12 muffins