Coffee Cake Muffins

Why Make This Recipe

Coffee Cake Muffins are a delightful treat that combine the best features of coffee cake and muffins. They are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even a sweet dessert. With a tender and moist base, these muffins are topped with a crumbly streusel that adds an irresistible crunch. Whether you are enjoying them with a cup of coffee or serving them at a gathering, these muffins are sure to please everyone!

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How to Make Coffee Cake Muffins

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the streusel topping:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. In a small bowl, prepare the streusel topping by mixing the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add in the cold butter pieces and mix with your fingers or a pastry cutter until you have coarse crumbs.
6. Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7. Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly over the top of the muffin batter.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
9. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

How to Serve Coffee Cake Muffins

Coffee Cake Muffins are best served warm. You can enjoy them plain or with a drizzle of glaze on top. They pair wonderfully with a cup of coffee or tea, making them ideal for breakfast or an afternoon treat. You can also serve them with butter or a spread of cream cheese for added flavor.

How to Store Coffee Cake Muffins

To store Coffee Cake Muffins, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can refrigerate them for up to a week. For longer storage, consider freezing the muffins. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or place them in a freezer-safe bag. They can last up to three months in the freezer.

Tips to Make Coffee Cake Muffins

• Make sure not to overmix the batter; this will help keep the muffins light and fluffy.
• Use cold butter for the streusel topping to achieve a better crumbly texture.
• Feel free to add nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits to the muffin batter for extra flavor and texture.
• Experiment with different spices, like nutmeg or vanilla bean, in the batter or streusel for a unique twist.

Variation

You can easily adapt this recipe to make different flavors of muffins. For example, swap out the cinnamon for cocoa powder to create a chocolate version or add fresh fruit like blueberries or diced apples to the batter for a fruity twist.

FAQs

Can I use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour?
Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour for some or all of the all-purpose flour. Keep in mind that the texture may be denser.

Can I make these muffins ahead of time?
Absolutely! You can prepare the batter the night before and store it in the fridge. In the morning, just fill the muffin tin and bake.

What can I do if I don’t have brown sugar?
If you don’t have brown sugar, you can substitute it with granulated sugar but add a little molasses (1 tablespoon per cup of sugar) to mimic the flavor of brown sugar.

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