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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Deliciously soft and fluffy muffins infused with pumpkin and cinnamon, topped with a sweet glaze. Perfect for fall mornings or any time you crave a cozy treat.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour sifted
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar packed
  • ½ cup milk room temperature
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • ¼ cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 2 tablespoons milk adjust for desired consistency
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Prepare the Muffin Batter
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined. This ensures even distribution of the leavening agent and spices.
  3. In another bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, milk, melted butter, and eggs. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can lead to dense muffins.
Create the Cinnamon Swirl
  1. In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl. Set aside.
  2. Spoon half of the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about halfway.
  3. Sprinkle a teaspoon of the cinnamon sugar mixture over the batter in each cup, then top with the remaining muffin batter, filling each cup nearly to the top.
  4. Using a toothpick or a knife, gently swirl the batter to incorporate the cinnamon mixture without fully mixing it in.
Bake the Muffins
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The muffins should be lightly golden on top.
  2. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the milk quantity for your desired glaze consistency.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled muffins before serving for a sweet finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. They also freeze well for up to 3 months.

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