Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins: A Cozy Fall Breakfast Delight
Embrace the flavors of autumn with these irresistible Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins. They blend the rich, warm tastes of pumpkin and cinnamon, creating a delightful breakfast treat that’s perfect for busy mornings or cozy snacking. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch that fills your home with an inviting aroma. These muffins are not only easy to make but also versatile, allowing you to customize them to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or saved for later, they are sure to become a beloved addition to your fall recipe repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (or flax egg)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup melted butter (for cinnamon swirl)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (or white sugar)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons milk (adjust thickness as needed; non-dairy milk is a great substitute)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, melted butter, sugar, egg (or flax egg), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl by mixing melted butter and brown sugar in a small bowl.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter; add a spoonful of cinnamon mixture on top, then cover with more batter and swirl gently.
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown; let cool slightly before glazing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg