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Coffee Cake Muffins

Irresistibly Fluffy Coffee Cake Muffins for Cozy Mornings

Delight in these fluffy Coffee Cake Muffins, perfect for cozy mornings with warm cinnamon and a crunchy streusel topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure, providing a light and tender crumb.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the batter and aids in rising.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Offers richness and moisture.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Key leavening agent for fluffiness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warm, spicy notes.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Contributes moisture and tenderness.
  • 2 Large Eggs Provides stability and richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds caramel-like sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Butter Creates a crunchy texture.
  • 1/2 cup Additional Flour Used to bind the streusel.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your muffin tin.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend melted unsalted butter, whole milk, large eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
  5. Prepare the streusel by mixing flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon, then blending in cold butter to form crumbs.
  6. Fill each muffin tin cup about two-thirds full with batter.
  7. Sprinkle the prepared streusel topping generously over each muffin.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be enjoyed plain or with add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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