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!
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.
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.
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!
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!
- 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
- 2 Tbls butter softened
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 Tbls milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
In a bowl combine brown sugar, baking soda, salt, vanilla and egg. Add in the buttermilk, mix until well combined.
Add the flour. Stir until it is well combined. Be careful not to over mix!
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface, and knead for about a minute. Roll the dough into a 12x24 inch rectangle.
- Spread the butter over the dough, and sprinkle with the sugar and cinnamon.
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.
- 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.
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Curry and Comfort says
June 11, 2011 at 1:48 amHow Smart! I never thought to make them in a muffin tin. I love the way they make the house smell heavenly? My kids and hubby love cinnamon rolls so I know this would be a hit with them. : )
Curry and Comfort says
June 11, 2011 at 1:48 amHow Smart! I never thought to make them in a muffin tin. I love the way they make the house smell heavenly? My kids and hubby love cinnamon rolls so I know this would be a hit with them. : )
Nami @ Just One Cookbook says
June 11, 2011 at 8:18 amI have never made cinnamon rolls (or anything fancy like this), and I was surprised by the amount of sugar and cinnamon you add in the roll. No wonder it tastes heavenly! 😀 I wish I can have a piece of these and have it with my coffee. That would be a perfect morning…
Nami @ Just One Cookbook says
June 11, 2011 at 8:18 amI have never made cinnamon rolls (or anything fancy like this), and I was surprised by the amount of sugar and cinnamon you add in the roll. No wonder it tastes heavenly! 😀 I wish I can have a piece of these and have it with my coffee. That would be a perfect morning…
zerrin says
June 11, 2011 at 6:35 pmThe picture on the top looks so irresistible! I love the icing!
zerrin says
June 11, 2011 at 6:35 pmThe picture on the top looks so irresistible! I love the icing!
Lisa says
June 12, 2011 at 12:03 amOoohh, I could totally go for those. What a yummy idea. I have a sweet treat linky party going on at my blog and I'd love it if you'd come by and link your muffins up. http://sweet-as-sugar-cookies.blogspot.com/2011/06/sweets-for-saturday-21.html
Lisa says
June 12, 2011 at 12:03 amOoohh, I could totally go for those. What a yummy idea. I have a sweet treat linky party going on at my blog and I'd love it if you'd come by and link your muffins up. http://sweet-as-sugar-cookies.blogspot.com/2011/06/sweets-for-saturday-21.html
scratch-made wife says
June 12, 2011 at 1:08 amYour cinnamon roll muffins look so perfect! I love, love, love cinnamon and can't seem to get enough of it. I'm sure I'd love these.
Cinnabon makes me think of my grandparents – they'd always stop there with me for treats. Man, do I miss those days!
scratch-made wife says
June 12, 2011 at 1:08 amYour cinnamon roll muffins look so perfect! I love, love, love cinnamon and can't seem to get enough of it. I'm sure I'd love these.
Cinnabon makes me think of my grandparents – they'd always stop there with me for treats. Man, do I miss those days!
Joanne says
June 12, 2011 at 7:33 pmThese are so interesting!!!! I can't wait to try these!
Joanne says
June 12, 2011 at 7:33 pmThese are so interesting!!!! I can't wait to try these!
kita says
June 16, 2011 at 3:09 amI made cinnamon roll muffins once – and all I can say is Mmmmm. They are perfect! <3 muffins
kita says
June 16, 2011 at 3:09 amI made cinnamon roll muffins once – and all I can say is Mmmmm. They are perfect! <3 muffins
Audra@The-Baker-Chick says
June 16, 2011 at 8:10 pmSo glad you loved this idea! Aren't they great? Yours look wonderful!
Audra@The-Baker-Chick says
June 16, 2011 at 8:10 pmSo glad you loved this idea! Aren't they great? Yours look wonderful!
Jennifer says
July 21, 2011 at 3:48 pmSuper idea! They look perfect! Wish they were on my diet but maybe I can make a plan. 😉
Jennifer says
July 21, 2011 at 3:48 pmSuper idea! They look perfect! Wish they were on my diet but maybe I can make a plan. 😉
Lee says
August 1, 2013 at 4:59 amHi there! If I were to half the recipe, do I still use an egg?
Erin S says
August 1, 2013 at 7:58 amYou 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!
Lee says
August 1, 2013 at 8:09 amThank you! 🙂