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Cinnamon Sugar Muffins

Wake up to the warm, enticing smell of homemade cinnamon sugar muffins, fluffy and perfectly sweetened for a cozy breakfast experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Batter Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour The base for our fluffy muffins!
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder Helps them rise beautifully.
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda Adds a nice lift along with the baking powder.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Balances the sweetness — trust me!
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg For a warm, spicy undertone.
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon A hint of cinnamon in the batter adds depth.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted So rich and buttery, giving the muffins a luscious texture.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Sweetness to balance our spices.
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar For that lovely caramel-like flavor.
  • 2 large eggs Binding and enriching our mix.
  • 3/4 cup whole milk Makes our muffins moist and tender.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Just a splash adds a delightful aroma!
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Extra sweetness for a crunchy finish.
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon This is where the magic happens!
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted To help the sugar stick like a warm hug.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and grease your muffin pan or line it with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gently stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Topping
  1. While muffins are still warm, brush each top with melted butter, then roll or dip them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until coated.

Notes

You can make the batter the night before. If you accidentally overmix, allow the batter to rest before filling the cups. For variations, consider adding chocolate chips or blueberries.