Cinnamon Roll Muffins: Your New Favorite 30-Minute Treat

Indulge in these quick and delicious Cinnamon Roll Muffins, blending classic flavors with convenience, perfect for busy mornings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 18

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 33

Servings: 12 muffins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Muffin Batter

2 cups All-Purpose Flour or whole wheat for nuttier flavor
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure freshness
1/4 tsp Salt
1 cup Milk or almond milk for dairy-free
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
1 large Egg
1 tsp Vanilla Extract

For the Cinnamon Filling

1/2 cup Brown Sugar
1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon
2 tbsp Melted Butter for swirl

For the Cream Cheese Glaze

4 oz Cream Cheese
1 cup Powdered Sugar
2 tbsp Milk for glaze consistency

Equipment

Muffin tin
mixing bowls
Whisk
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, combine milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
Mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the filling.
Layer muffin batter in cups; add cinnamon filling, then more batter on top.
Swirl the cinnamon filling into the muffin batter gently.
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool for 5 minutes and drizzle with cream cheese glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be made dairy-free and are excellent for a quick breakfast or snack.

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