Coffee Cake Muffins
Delightfully soft and packed with the comforting taste of cinnamon, these Coffee Cake Muffins are perfect for indulging during your morning coffee or as an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
Muffin Batter Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup whole milk For creaminess
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Streusel Topping Ingredients
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.
Mixing the Batter
- In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, melt the butter and whisk in the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
Prepare the Streusel
- In a small bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold butter pieces and mix until coarse crumbs form.
Baking the Muffins
- Spoon the muffin batter into the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Sprinkle the streusel mixture generously over each muffin.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooling Off
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Perfect for cozy gatherings or as a quick breakfast. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days, or freeze for later.