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Coffee Cake Muffins with Cinnamon Swirl

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Enjoy these easy-to-make coffee cake muffins, perfect for breakfast or a midday snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. Add softened butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until just combined.
  4. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and walnuts (if using).
  5. Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
  6. Add another layer of batter and top with the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the walnuts.
  • These muffins freeze well for up to 1 month.

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