Cinnamon Swirl Muffins

Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of homemade Cinnamon Swirl Muffins, a delightful treat that combines soft, fluffy batter with a luscious cinnamon-sugar swirl and a drizzle of sweet vanilla icing. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime snacking, these muffins feature simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon, yet deliver bakery-quality results. The secret is in the swirl—create a stunning marbled effect by layering and swirling a cinnamon-sugar mixture into the batter before baking. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an irresistible homemade glaze, these muffins are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for cinnamon lovers. Bake up a batch of these moist, aromatic treats and watch them disappear in minutes!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 units large eggs
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for swirl)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon milk (for icing)
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and cinnamon together to create the swirl mixture.

Step 6

Fill each muffin cup about halfway with the muffin batter. Sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon-brown sugar mixture over the batter in each cup.

Step 7

Add more batter on top of the cinnamon-sugar layer, filling each muffin cup about 3/4 full. Use a toothpick or skewer to gently swirl the batter and cinnamon mixture together for a marbled effect.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

While the muffins are baking, prepare the icing by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 10

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Drizzle the icing over the cooled muffins and let it set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(941.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2636.6

Total Fat 66.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 524.4mg	0%
Sodium 1756.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 466.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 269.2g
Protein 46.3g	0%

Vitamin D 195.1IU	0%
Calcium 559.4mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 928.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.6%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 70.4%