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Coffee Cake Muffins

Coffee Cake Muffins
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These Coffee Cake Muffins are a cozy, sweet treat with a moist and tender crumb topped with a buttery, crumbly cinnamon streusel. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack with coffee or tea, this easy recipe uses simple pantry staples and straightforward steps to yield fluffy, flavorful muffins every time.

Ingredients

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Muffin Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg

Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, diced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, and cold diced butter. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until coarse crumbs form, creating a crumbly topping.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients for the Muffins: In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk thoroughly to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg, then add milk, vegetable oil or melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir well until smooth and combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently fold together using a spatula. Be careful not to overmix—some lumps are fine to keep the muffins tender and fluffy.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into a greased or paper-lined muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Generously sprinkle the streusel topping over each muffin to cover the surface.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the streusel is golden and slightly crisp.
  7. Cool and Enjoy: Allow muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure muffins stay fluffy and tender.
  • Measure flour by spooning and leveling to avoid dry muffins.
  • Use cold butter for the streusel topping to achieve the perfect crumbly texture.
  • Apply streusel generously for a crunchy, sweet topping.
  • Use room temperature eggs and milk to help the batter combine more smoothly.

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