Cinnamon Roll Muffins Recipe

Name: Cinnamon Roll Muffins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FILLING:; Cooking spray; 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted; 1/3 cup packed brown sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 3 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk; 2 teaspoons butter, melted; MUFFINS:; 8.25 ounces white whole-wheat flour (about 2 cups); 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk; 1/3 cup granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons canola oil; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 large eggs; GLAZE:; 1/3 cup 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt; 1/3 cup powdered sugar; 1 ounce 1/3-less-fat cream cheese

Servings: persons

FILLING:
Cooking spray
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons low-fat buttermilk
2 teaspoons butter, melted
MUFFINS:
8.25 ounces white whole-wheat flour (about 2 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/3 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
GLAZE:
1/3 cup 2% reduced-fat Greek yogurt
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 ounce 1/3-less-fat cream cheese

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0F. Coat 12 muffin cups with cooking spray.
2
To prepare filling, combine pecans and next 4 ingredients (through salt) in a small bowl; toss to combine. Add buttermilk and butter, stirring until smooth.
3
To prepare muffins, weigh or lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine flour and next 4 ingredients (through baking soda) in a bowl; stir with a whisk. Place 3/4 cup buttermilk and next 4 ingredients (through eggs) in a large bowl; beat with a mixer at high speed for 2 minutes. Add flour mixture to buttermilk mixture; stir just until combined.
4
Place 1 tablespoon batter in each muffin cup. Top evenly with filling. Spoon remaining batter over filling. Bake at 375u00b0F for 15 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans 10 minutes on a wire rack; remove from pans.
5
Combine yogurt, powdered sugar, and cream cheese, stirring well with a whisk. Drizzle over muffins.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FILLING:, Cooking spray, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Cinnamon Roll Muffins falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Cinnamon Roll Muffins

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