Coffeecake Muffins – Soft, Cinnamon-Swirled, and Perfectly Sweet

Coffeecake Muffins are a delicious breakfast or snack treat featuring tender, moist muffins with a cinnamon-sugar swirl and a crumbly streusel topping. Perfect for busy mornings or afternoon tea, these muffins are easy to make and deliver all the comforting flavors of a classic coffeecake in individual portions. Soft, sweet, and slightly crunchy on top, they’re a treat everyone will love.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Cinnamon & Sugar Swirl – Adds warmth and sweetness in every bite.
Soft & Moist – Perfectly tender muffins with a light crumb.
Quick & Easy – Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal effort.
Perfectly Topped – Crunchy streusel adds texture and flavor.

Ingredients

For the Muffins:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Swirl & Streusel:

• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• ½ cup all-purpose flour

Instructions

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
2. Make the Muffin Batter
   In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
3. Prepare the Cinnamon Swirl & Streusel
   In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, flour, and melted butter until crumbly.
4. Assemble the Muffins
   Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, sprinkle half of the cinnamon-streusel mixture, top with remaining batter, and finish with remaining streusel.
5. Bake
   Bake for 20–25 minutes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Information

Calories: ~230
Protein: 4g
Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Sugar: 15g
Fiber: 1g

Tips for Success

• Do Not Overmix – Keeps muffins light and tender.
• Use Fresh Cinnamon – Enhances the warm, aromatic flavor.
• Cool Slightly Before Removing – Prevents sticking and keeps muffins intact.

Why This Recipe Works

The tender muffin base paired with the sweet cinnamon swirl and crumbly streusel creates a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Quick to make and perfectly portioned, these muffins deliver all the comfort of coffeecake in a convenient, handheld treat.

Coffeecake Muffins are soft, flavorful, and irresistibly sweet. Easy to make and perfect for breakfast or snack time, they combine tender muffin batter with cinnamon-sugar goodness and a crunchy streusel topping for a classic treat everyone will enjoy.