Imagine waking up to the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Cinnamon Streusel Muffins wafting through your kitchen. These muffins are not just a treat, they’re a delightful way to start your day. Whether you’re serving them at brunch or enjoying them with your morning coffee, these muffins are sure to impress.
Cinnamon Streusel Muffins are fluffy, moist, and topped with a crunchy streusel that adds the perfect texture. They strike the right balance between sweetness and spice, making them a favorite for both kids and adults alike.
The Perfect Cinnamon Streusel Muffins Recipe
These Cinnamon Streusel Muffins are soft and tender, filled with a warm cinnamon flavor that’s complemented by a buttery streusel topping. Each bite is a delicious combination of sweet and spicy, leaving you craving just one more.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
- 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed (for streusel)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Make Streusel: In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Add in the cold butter cubes and mix until crumbly.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full. Sprinkle the streusel mixture generously on top of each muffin.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy while warm!
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 12 muffins
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
