Cinnamon Roll Muffins: A Sweet and Easy Breakfast Treat
All the flavor of a classic cinnamon roll in a soft, muffin form—perfect for quick, cozy mornings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Muffins
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Muffins:
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup milk
1 egg
⅓ cup vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
½ cup brown sugar
1 ½ tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp melted butter
For the Glaze:
½ cup powdered sugar
1–2 tbsp milk
¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or grease lightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, oil, and vanilla.
Add wet ingredients to dry and stir until just combined—do not overmix.
In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter to make the swirl.
Spoon muffin batter into cups, filling halfway. Add a small spoonful of cinnamon mixture, then top with more batter. Use a toothpick to swirl gently.
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
While muffins cool, whisk glaze ingredients until smooth and drizzle over warm muffins.
Notes
For extra cinnamon flavor, double the swirl mixture.
Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the swirl for crunch.
Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Best served slightly warm—microwave for 10 seconds before eating!
