Description
Indulgent cinnamon sugar swirl muffins promise a delightful breakfast treat that whispers comfort and warmth. Delicate crumb meets sweet cinnamon swirls, inviting you to savor each tender, aromatic bite of pure morning magic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups (220 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
Leavening Agents and Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Liquid and Flavor Enhancers:
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters) buttermilk (or regular milk with 1 teaspoon vinegar)
Cinnamon Swirl:
- ⅓ cup (67 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
Topping:
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by warming the oven to 375F (190C) and positioning a muffin tin with protective paper liners or a light coating of grease.
- Create a powdery foundation by thoroughly combining flour, rising agents, and salt in a medium mixing vessel, then set the mixture aside.
- Craft a creamy base by vigorously whipping butter and sugar until they transform into a cloud-like consistency, gradually introducing eggs and vanilla while maintaining a smooth texture.
- Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with buttermilk to create a harmonious batter. Blend gently to preserve the delicate texture, avoiding excessive stirring.
- Develop a fragrant swirl mixture by blending cinnamon and sugar in a separate small container, creating a sweet and aromatic topping.
- Construct the muffins by layering batter strategically: first filling cups halfway, sprinkling the cinnamon-sugar mixture, then covering with additional batter until each cavity reaches approximately three-quarters full. Dust the surface with remaining cinnamon-sugar blend for an enticing finish.
- Transform the unbaked muffins through precise heat application, baking until a inserted testing tool emerges clean and the tops display a golden hue. Allow a brief resting period in the pan before transferring to a cooling surface, permitting the delicate treats to settle and stabilize.
Notes
- Achieve a tender, light texture by avoiding overmixing the batter, which can develop gluten and create tough muffins.
- Create perfect swirls by using a toothpick or thin knife to gently drag the cinnamon-sugar mixture through the batter, creating beautiful marbled patterns.
- Customize the recipe for dietary needs by substituting all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend, using dairy-free milk, or replacing eggs with mashed banana or applesauce for a vegan option.
- Enhance moisture and flavor by storing muffins in an airtight container with a slice of bread, which helps prevent them from drying out and keeps them soft for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg