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Coffee Cake Muffins

Delightful coffee cake muffins that combine the classic flavors of coffee cake into a convenient muffin form, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup sour cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt
Topping
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) Use walnuts or pecans for extra texture

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Mixing
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  2. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Gently fold in the sour cream until fully incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Topping and Baking
  1. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, and chopped nuts (if using).
  2. Spoon the muffin batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Sprinkle the topping over each muffin.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling
  1. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To achieve bakery-level muffins, ensure not to overmix and use quality ingredients. You can customize with chocolate chips or fruit preserves if desired.