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Cinnamon Swirl Muffins

Fluffy and moist muffins swirled with a cinnamon sugar mixture, topped optionally with a cream cheese glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a snack.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar (110g)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (375g)
  • 4 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (120ml)
  • 1 cup whole milk (240ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar (110g)
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • For glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar (120g), 1/4 cup cream cheese (57g), 2 tablespoons whole milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and eggs until combined.
  3. Add vegetable oil, milk, and vanilla extract to the sugar and egg mixture and whisk until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth and lump-free.
  6. In a small bowl, mix dark brown sugar with cinnamon to create the cinnamon swirl paste.
  7. Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, then add 1 to 2 tablespoons of cinnamon mixture on top, avoiding edges.
  8. Top with remaining muffin batter to cover the cinnamon swirl.
  9. Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Optional: Mix glaze ingredients until smooth and drizzle over cooled muffins.

Notes

Avoid letting the cinnamon mixture touch the edges of the muffin liners to prevent burning. Use room temperature ingredients for best texture. The cream cheese glaze adds extra moistness and a slight tang.

  • Author: Olivia Bennett
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Breakfast / Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg