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Cinnamon Roll Muffins Recipe

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I had some very fond memories of Cinnamon Rolls when I was younger. See my mom used to make Cinnamon Rolls for my brother and me when we were kids. It was one of my favorite dessert recipes that my mom made. I can still recall even after all the years, the smell of warm cinnamon sugar wafting throughout our home. I can also still very much taste the warm, right out of the oven-baked, gooey sweet cinnamon rolls.

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So, I have very fond memories of cinnamon rolls at dessert time in my youth.

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But that was then, and this is now.

Now, I am the mom. Of course, my kids have my sweet tooth. They are continually looking for a sweet treat for a snack. I enjoy making muffins and cupcakes for this reason.

For this reason, I recently made Cinnamon Roll Muffins. See Cinnamon Rolls inspired this. Plus, I couldn’t resist making muffins with this classic flavor, as well.

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What was born here was just amazing. I knew I had to share here.

The muffins part of my recipe is so straightforward to make. I used a simple muffin recipe. But I made sure my cinnamon roll muffins had enough vanilla extract and nutmeg, too.

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As for the cinnamon swirl, I used brown sugar, cinnamon (of course) and butter, too.

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And what Cinnamon Roll muffins would be complete without a sweet glaze? Well, my Cinnamon Roll Muffins have the perfect glaze with powdered sugar, a bit more vanilla and milk, as well.

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The result once these are all put together are the most delicious Cinnamon Roll Muffins ever.

Are you ready to taste a bit of Cinnamon Roll Muffin heaven?

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Then, go ahead and read on for the recipe now.

Cinnamon Roll Muffins Recipe

Cinnamon Roll Muffins Recipe

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Yield: 12 Muffins

Cinnamon Roll Muffins Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes

A delicious and fun twist on the classic cinnamon roll recipe with cinnamon roll muffins.

Ingredients

MUFFINS:

  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

CINNAMON SWIRL:

  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 3 tbsp butter

GLAZE:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla
  • 2 tbsp milk

Instructions

FOR THE MUFFINS:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin and set aside. In a large bowl, combine the egg and sugar well. In no particular order add the flour, baking powder, nutmeg, melted butter, milk, and vanilla to the bowl. Whisk until the mixture is smooth. Distribute the batter evenly among the lined muffin tin.
  2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Add in the cinnamon and brown sugar. Heat the mixture until it is the consistency of a thick liquid. Transfer the mixture to a sealable bag, cut a hole in the tip, and pipe swirls in the top of each muffin.
  3. Bake 20 minutes.

FOR THE GLAZE:

  1. In a small mixing bowl, mix together the glaze ingredients until smooth. Use a spoon to drizzle the glaze over the muffins.

Nutrition Information:


Amount Per Serving: Calories: 300
© Janine
Cuisine: American / Category: Dessert

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There you have it a scrumptious and sinfully delicious muffin recipe for Cinnamon Roll Muffins.

Do you love cinnamon roll swirl for dessert-time?

Now, share with me in the comments.

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About Janine

Janine is a published author of the books, The Mother of All Meltdowns and Only Trollops Shave Above the Knee. She has been featured on The Huffington Post, Mamapedia, Today Parenting Team and SheKnows. She also runs her own graphic design company at J9 Designs.

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Comments

  2. Cynthia says

    Hehe, I don’t know about you, but I’d eat all these for breakfast. Hahah. OMG…as soon as I saw the photos, I had to click and read this and…I’m going to try this. I’ll let you know how it goes. Hehe. They look so yummy and delicious, I don’t think I could stop at one…or two…our four. 😀
    Good for you and creating this recipe! I am impressed. You are so good at this! I also hope you have a wonderful week! Sending hugs. xo

    • Janine says

      Aw, love that you are going to make them and please do let me know how they turn out. Thank you always for all your kindness, my sweet friend. Also, once again hoping you have a wonderful week ahead and many more hugs still, too xoxo!

    • Janine says

      Aw, so sorry to hear and not sure how I’d survive if I were allergic to cinnamon as it really is one of my favorite spices. That said, at least happy you can pass these onto friends if nothing else. Happy Monday once again 😉

  4. Seana Turner says

    Cinnamon rolls are my favorite. Actually, pastries and cakes are my favorite, and of those, cinnamon rolls are always near the top of the list. The whole “scent in the oven” thing is just the best. What a simple and easy recipe to have in your back pocket for those cool mornings when you just want to do something special. I always baked on a snow days as a treat. Will be pinning!

  5. Aunt Gloria says

    This is a recipe I’ll be using on a chilly, and maybe snowy, winter day! I can smell them already! But I may try making them sooner since they look so good! Thanks. xxoo

  7. Mary says

    Hi Janine! I don’t eat enough muffins. I don’t think I’ve ever had cinnamon roll muffins. I have fond memories of cinnamon rolls when I younger as well. My Mom used to make the most delicious cinnamon rolls, my mouth waters just thinking about them. Loving the recipe 🙂

  11. Kenya G. Johnson says

    We have all these ingredients. I’m trying to find different things for Christopher to do since there’s not school right now. I’m going to see if he wants to make these. It’s definitely constructive learning. Thanks for the recipe!

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