The Homemade Cinnamon Muffins Recipe is a delightful way to start your day or indulge in a sweet snack. These muffins are bursting with the warm, comforting flavor of cinnamon that fills your kitchen with a cozy aroma.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 12servings
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
Muffin Tin
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Spatula
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
2cupsAll-purpose flourMeasure accurately using the spoon-and-level method.
¾cupGranulated sugarProvides sweetness and helps create a tender texture.
2teaspoonsBaking powderVital for achieving a fluffy muffin.
2teaspoonsGround cinnamonThe star ingredient for flavor.
½teaspoonSaltEnhances the flavors of other ingredients.
Wet Ingredients
1cupMilkWhole milk works best for moisture.
⅓cupVegetable oilAdds moisture and sheen to muffins.
1largeEggBinds ingredients and adds richness.
Topping
¼cupBrown sugarFor a crunchy topping mixed with cinnamon.
1teaspoonGround cinnamonTo mix with brown sugar for topping.
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease your muffin tin or line it with muffin liners.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: milk, vegetable oil, and egg.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
Fill each muffin cup about ¾ full with the batter.
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle on top of each muffin.
Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow muffins to cool for 5 minutes in the tin before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.