Description
These Cinnamon Streusel Muffins are a delightful breakfast treat or snack featuring a moist cinnamon-spiced muffin base topped with a crunchy, buttery streusel. The combination of cinnamon and brown sugar in both the batter and topping creates a warm, comforting flavor perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Muffin Batter
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Streusel Topping
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir these together until evenly mixed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, vegetable oil, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
- Mix Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir gently just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the muffins.
- Prepare Streusel Topping: In a medium bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold, cubed butter, and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the muffin batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full for adequate rise.
- Add Streusel Topping: Evenly distribute the streusel topping on each muffin, pressing lightly so it adheres to the batter.
- Bake Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating doneness.
- Cool Muffins: Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for five minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely, preserving texture and preventing sogginess.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins tender and soft.
- Use cold butter for the streusel to ensure a crumbly, crunchy topping.
- Variations: Add chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts to the streusel for additional texture and flavor.
- Storage: Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
