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Cinnamon Streusel Muffins

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Moist and tender cinnamon streusel muffins featuring a warm cinnamon-flavored batter and a crunchy, buttery cinnamon streusel topping—perfect for breakfast or an indulgent snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250 g) all‑purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (240 ml) milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For streusel topping:
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) all‑purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup (56 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). Line a 12‑cup muffin tin with liners or grease well.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla until well combined.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined—do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  5. Make streusel: in a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter with a fork or pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  6. Fill each muffin cup about two‑thirds full with batter. Sprinkle each generously with streusel topping.
  7. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into muffin (avoiding the streusel) comes out clean.
  8. Let muffins cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Add ½ cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) to the streusel for extra crunch.
  • Fold in ½ cup raisins or mini chocolate chips into the batter before baking for variation.
  • Make streusel ahead of time and store in the refrigerator; assemble and bake when ready.
  • Use whole milk or buttermilk for richer texture and flavor.
  • Store baked muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days; freeze for longer storage.

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