Cinnamon Sugar Toast Muffins (Printable Version)

Warm cinnamon sugar muffins with a crisp top and fluffy center—ideal for brunch or sweet grab-and-go mornings.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1 cup milk
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Coating

11 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
12 - 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

→ Optional Toppings

13 - Whipped cream
14 - Powdered sugar
15 - Fresh berries
16 - Maple syrup
17 - Chopped nuts

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, eggs, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
05 - Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
06 - Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
07 - In a shallow dish, mix together granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
08 - While muffins are still warm, dip tops into the cinnamon sugar mixture, pressing gently to coat.
09 - Return coated muffins to the oven for 2–3 minutes to crisp tops. Watch closely to prevent overbaking.
10 - Serve warm or at room temperature. Add optional toppings such as whipped cream, powdered sugar, berries, maple syrup, or chopped nuts if desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For best texture, avoid overmixing the batter, and coat muffins while still warm for better sugar adherence.