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Grandma’s Coffee Cake Muffins Recipe

Grandma’s Coffee Cake Muffins Recipe
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These Grandma’s Coffee Cake Muffins are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of a classic coffee cake in a convenient muffin form. With a tender crumb, a cinnamon streusel topping, and an optional sweet glaze, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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Main Muffin Batter:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Streusel Topping:

  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)

Glaze (optional):

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 teaspoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease it.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugars, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Add wet ingredients to dry and stir until just combined.
  5. Make streusel: Mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon; cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  6. Fill muffin cups: Fill each cup with batter, top with streusel, and bake for 18–22 minutes.
  7. Cool and glaze: Cool muffins, then optionally glaze with a mixture of powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla.

Notes

  • Best enjoyed fresh or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze muffins without glaze for up to 2 months; warm before serving.

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