Easy Cinnamon Sugar Swirl Muffins Recipe 🧁

 

Ingredients:  

- 2 cups all-purpose flour  

- 1/2 cup granulated sugar  

- 1/2 cup brown sugar, divided (use 1/4 cup for batter

and 1/4 cup for swirl)  

- 1 teaspoon baking powder  

- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda  

- 1/2 teaspoon salt  

- 1 cup milk  

- 1/4 cup vegetable oil  

- 1 large egg  

- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract  

- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (for the swirl)  

- 1/4 cup melted butter (for brushing tops, optional)  

Directions:  

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup

muffin tin with paper liners.  

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated

sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda,

and salt.  

3. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and

vanilla extract until well combined.  

4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and

stir gently until just combined (do not overmix; it's okay if

there are a few lumps).  

5. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup brown

sugar with the ground cinnamon to create the swirl

mixture.  

6. Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling each

about two-thirds full. Sprinkle a teaspoon of the

cinnamon-sugar mixture on top of each and use a

toothpick or knife to swirl it into the batter.  

7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted

into the center comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in

the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.  

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Baking Time: 20 minutes | Total

Time: 35 minutes  

Kcal: 180 kcal per serving | Servings: 12  

Tips:  

- For a healthier twist, substitute half the all-purpose flour

with whole wheat flour and use almond milk instead of

regular milk.  

- Add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the batter

for extra crunch and flavor.  

- Serve these muffins warm with a pat of butter or a

drizzle of glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for

a special treat.