Imagine waking up to the most irresistible aroma of warm cinnamon and freshly baked goodness filling your kitchen. These Cinnamon Pull Apart Muffins are not just a recipe; they're a delightful experience that transforms ordinary mornings into extraordinary moments of pure culinary bliss. With their soft, tender texture and swirled cinnamon-sugar magic, these muffins promise to become your new obsession - guaranteed to make everyone at the breakfast table beg for more!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Baked Goods
Serves: 12 muffins
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin thoroughly with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until well blended.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, and egg. Whisk these wet ingredients until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the muffins tough.
- In a small bowl, prepare the cinnamon-sugar topping by mixing the brown sugar and remaining 1 tablespoon of cinnamon until well combined.
- Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the top of each muffin batter, ensuring even coverage.
- Using a small knife or toothpick, gently swirl the cinnamon-sugar topping into the batter to create a marbled effect.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For best pulling effect, allow muffins to cool slightly so the cinnamon sugar sets, making it easier to pull apart and enjoy.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and consistent texture.
- Do not overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense muffins. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- For extra moisture, you can add a splash of vanilla extract to the wet ingredients.
- Make sure your baking powder is fresh to ensure proper rising.
- Allow the muffins to cool slightly before pulling apart to help the cinnamon sugar set and create that perfect, Instagram-worthy texture.
- For a decadent touch, drizzle a simple glaze made of powdered sugar and milk over the cooled muffins.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 244kcal
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
