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A close-up shot of a golden-brown coffee cake muffins with a cinnamon streusel topping, drizzled with a sweet glaze, resting on a white plate with a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake Muffins

These moist and fluffy muffins are topped with a cinnamon swirl and a buttery crumb topping that will make your mornings special.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted, provides moisture
  • 1 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 2 large eggs room temperature, helps with texture
  • ½ cup sour cream for moisture and tanginess
  • ¼ cup buttermilk adds richness and flavor
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour main dry ingredient
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder helps muffins rise
  • ½ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • For the cinnamon sugar swirl:
  • ½ cup brown sugar adds depth of flavor
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon adds spiced warmth
  • Pinch of salt balances the sweetness
  • For the crumb topping:
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar sweet and rich
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour structure for the topping
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon spicy and fragrant
  • 6 tablespoons butter melted, helps create clumps
  • For the glaze:
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar creates a smooth glaze
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract flavor enhancer
  • Pinch of salt to balance sweetness
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk adjust for desired consistency

Equipment

  • 1 Muffin baking pan Standard size, preferably with liners
  • 1 Cupcake liners To prevent muffins from sticking
  • 2-3 Mixing bowls For batter, swirl, and topping
  • 1 Hand mixer Optional, but helps with mixing butter and sugar
  • 1 Whisk Useful for the glaze
  • 1 Cookie scoop or large spoon For evenly portioning batter into muffin cups

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and prepare 10 muffin cups with liners. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the melted butter and granulated sugar until fully combined. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Then, stir in the sour cream, buttermilk, and vanilla extract.
  3. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, stirring until just mixed (batter will be slightly lumpy).
  4. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt for the cinnamon sugar swirl. Stir until well combined.
  5. For the crumb topping, mix brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and melted butter in a separate bowl until the mixture forms clumps.
  6. Spoon a small amount of batter into each muffin tin (about halfway). Add a spoonful of cinnamon sugar mixture on top. Add another layer of muffin batter, filling the cups about ¾ full. Finish with a generous spoonful of crumb topping.
  7. Bake at 425°F for 5 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F and continue baking for 15 more minutes, or until the muffins are golden and spring back when touched.
  8. Allow muffins to cool for at least 15 minutes. Meanwhile, prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and milk until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins, then serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These muffins are a perfect start to your day, with a combination of sweet cinnamon and buttery streusel that will keep you coming back for more!

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