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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Cinnamon Roll Muffins
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Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Cinnamon Roll Muffins, where the classic flavors of cinnamon rolls are transformed into a convenient muffin form. These muffins are soft, buttery, and filled with a rich cinnamon swirl that will captivate your taste buds. Topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze, they are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack any time of day. With their easy preparation and kid-friendly appeal, these muffins make for a delightful treat that’s sure to impress everyone who tries them.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tbsp milk
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with liners or grease it lightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla until combined.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients; stir until just mixed.
  4. For the filling: blend softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon together until smooth.
  5. Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add cinnamon filling on top, then cover with more batter. Swirl gently with a toothpick.
  6. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly before glazing.
  7. For the glaze: Beat cream cheese until smooth; add powdered sugar and milk to achieve desired consistency.
  8. Drizzle glaze over cooled muffins before serving.

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