Dessert

Irresistible Cinnamon Roll Muffins for Cozy Mornings Recipe

ByOlivia Monroe October 26, 2025October 26, 2025

Introduction

Cinnamon Roll Muffins bring all the delicious flavors of a classic cinnamon roll into a quick and easy muffin form. Perfect for cozy mornings or a sweet snack, these muffins are soft, tender, and swirled with a cinnamon-sugar filling that melts in your mouth.

The image shows a close-up view of a single cinnamon roll muffin with cream cheese glaze on top. The muffin has a golden brown color with a slightly rough texture showing swirls of cinnamon within. The creamy glaze is drizzled unevenly over the top, adding a smooth white layer with shiny highlights. In the background, several similar muffins are slightly blurred, all on a round black cooling rack resting on a white marbled surface. The focus is sharp on the front muffin, showing detailed texture of the dough and glaze. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup brown sugar (for filling)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for filling)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and salt.
Step 3: In another bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Step 4: Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
Step 5: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon for the filling.
Step 6: Fill each muffin cup one-third full with batter, then add a spoonful of the cinnamon-sugar filling. Swirl gently with a toothpick or the back of a spoon, then fill the rest of the muffin cup with more batter.
Step 7: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

For extra richness, substitute half the milk with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
Add chopped nuts or raisins to the filling for added texture and flavor.
Try drizzling a simple powdered sugar glaze over the muffins once cooled for a sweeter finish.

Storage

Store cinnamon roll muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat refrigerated or frozen muffins in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to enjoy warm.

How to Serve

A close-up of a freshly baked muffin placed on a round black wire rack. The muffin has a rich brown color with a crumbly texture on top, showing bits of nuts or fruit inside. It is generously drizzled with white icing in uneven lines over the top, which lightly drips down the sides. The background shows a soft white marbled surface, slightly blurred to keep the focus on the muffin. The muffin's paper liner is white with thin vertical stripes. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of flour?

All-purpose flour works best for a light and tender texture, but you can substitute with whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor, keeping in mind that the muffins may be denser.

Can I make these muffins dairy-free?

Yes, substitute the milk with any plant-based milk and use a dairy-free butter alternative. The texture may vary slightly but the muffins will still be delicious.