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Coffee Cake Muffins

Irresistibly Fluffy Coffee Cake Muffins for Cozy Mornings

Delight in these Coffee Cake Muffins, perfect for cozy mornings with their soft crumb and crunchy streusel.
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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 Muffins
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used for a denser option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon Crucial for coffee cake flavor.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Or use 2% milk or non-dairy options.
  • 2 large Eggs Consider flax eggs or unsweetened applesauce for egg-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/3 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/3 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Cold Unsalted Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or light greasing.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon to create streusel.
  6. Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter.
  7. Sprinkle streusel topping generously over each muffin.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh spices and high-quality butter. Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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