Description
Cinnamon Roll Muffins with Cream Cheese Frosting are a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite. These soft, fluffy muffins are swirled with a sweet cinnamon filling and topped with creamy frosting, creating the perfect indulgence for your morning routine. Ideal for brunch or special occasions, they deliver comfort in every bite. Serve them warm for the ultimate cozy experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, combine milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
- Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture, then top with remaining batter.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (72g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg