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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Cinnamon Roll Muffins – the taste of a thick and gooey cinnamon roll in a quick and easy muffin. Ready in about 30 minutes, topped with a vanilla glaze, and perfect for breakfast!

 
cinnamon roll muffin with vanilla glaze being drizzled on top
 
As you all know by now, we love muffins!  If you questioned that, you can check out the over 50 Muffins Recipes here on the blog.  My son would eat muffins every day for breakfast if he could. Maybe he would add Elephant Ears in there to mix it up, because he loves just about anything cinnamon.

I first made this over 6 years ago, when I first started blogging.  The Baker Chick shared a recipe for Cinnamon Roll Muffin, I hit print immediately!  I knew, this would be a success!  And boy was it ever.  At first bite, my son said this was the best muffin EVER!  Today I am updated the pictures and sharing it with you again.

cinnamon roll muffin on a plate

These cinnamon roll muffins are reminiscent of Cinnabon from the mall food court. Thick, gooey, and with that vanilla glaze on top. Turning it into a muffin is just a brilliant idea. A lot of people grew up with Monkey Bread as a staple, but these are one of our favorites. 

When I was growing up my dad loved Cinnamon. They were in every mall back then, and he always wanted to stop. I think I might have to have these on hand next time he visits, I am sure he would love them.

cinnamon roll muffin  on a plate with vanilla glaze

Chocolate Chip Muffins are my son’s other favorite, and I always have them in the freezer for busy mornings. These cinnamon roll muffins freeze well too. Just leave off the glaze. It is super easy to mix together a glaze, or even have some on hand for busy mornings. My son thinks these are an extra special muffin, so let’s not tell him how easy they are to make!

cinnamon roll muffin on a plate with vanilla glaze

So this weekend mix up these cinnamon roll muffins for a special treat. You have the leftovers all week long, and your weekday mornings will special!

 

Yield: 12

Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Cinnamon Roll Muffins - the taste of a thick and gooey cinnamon roll in a quick and easy muffin. Ready in about 30 minutes, topped with a vanilla glaze, and perfect for breakfast!

Cinnamon Roll Muffins - the taste of a thick and gooey cinnamon roll in a quick and easy muffin. Ready in about 30 minutes, topped with a vanilla glaze, and perfect for breakfast!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 1 whole egg
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour

Filling

  • 2 Tbls butter, softened
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 Tbls milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla

Instructions

  1. In a bowl combine brown sugar, baking soda, salt, vanilla and egg. Add in the buttermilk, mix until well combined.
  2. Add the flour. Stir until it is well combined. Be careful not to over mix!
  3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface, and knead for about a minute. Roll the dough into a 12x24 inch rectangle.
  4. Spread the butter over the dough, and sprinkle with the sugar and cinnamon.
  5. Roll the dough into a log, and stretch it slightly. Cut into 2 inch pieces. Put them into a greased muffin tin. Bake for 12-15 minutes at 375 degrees.
  6. Meanwhile, prepare the icing. Mix together milk, sugar, and vanilla until well combined. Adjust the sugar and milk if necessary to get the right consistency.

Nutrition Information

Yield

12

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 281Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 26mgSodium 299mgCarbohydrates 55gFiber 1gSugar 27gProtein 7g

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Lee

Thursday 1st of August 2013

Thank you! :)

Lee

Thursday 1st of August 2013

Hi there! If I were to half the recipe, do I still use an egg?

Erin S

Thursday 1st of August 2013

You need some egg in there to help bind it together. I could crack the egg into a small bowl, and beat it lightly. Then take about 1/2 of that and use it for your muffins. Hope you enjoy them!

Jennifer

Thursday 21st of July 2011

Super idea! They look perfect! Wish they were on my diet but maybe I can make a plan. ;)

Jennifer

Thursday 21st of July 2011

Super idea! They look perfect! Wish they were on my diet but maybe I can make a plan. ;)

Audra@The-Baker-Chick

Thursday 16th of June 2011

So glad you loved this idea! Aren't they great? Yours look wonderful!

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