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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

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Cinnamon Roll Muffins combine the best qualities of cinnamon rolls and muffins, offering a fluffy, sweet treat perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • â…” cup milk, warmed (not hot)
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup block cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • ½ cup confectioners' sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Whisk milk and flour for tangzhong in a saucepan until smooth, then cook until thick.
  • Combine flour, brown sugar, salt, yeast, warm milk, egg, melted butter, and tangzhong in a mixer, knead until smooth.
  • Let the dough rise in a covered bowl until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Mix brown sugar and cinnamon for filling, set aside.
  • Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread softened butter, and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  • Roll the dough tightly, slice into 12 rolls, and place in muffin tin.
  • Let the rolls rise again, about 20-30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  • Mix glaze ingredients until smooth and drizzle over cooled muffins.

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Notes

Ensure fresh yeast for a good rise.
Allow ample rising time for fluffier muffins.

  • Author: dani
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg