Snickerdoodle Muffins

Get ready to indulge in the irresistible flavors of cinnamon and sugar with these Snickerdoodle Muffins, a delightful breakfast or snack option that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

These muffins take all the deliciousness of traditional snickerdoodle cookies and transform them into a portable and convenient treat that you can enjoy on the go. With their soft and fluffy texture, warm spices, and sweet cinnamon sugar topping, these muffins are guaranteed to become a new favorite in your household. So let’s get baking!

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

1. Muffin tin
2. Mixing bowls
3. Electric mixer (optional)
4. Whisk
5. Muffin liners (optional)

Ingredients:

For the Muffins:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream

For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping:

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Directions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with muffin liners or lightly grease the cups with cooking spray. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined. Set aside.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate mixing bowl, beat together the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the Greek yogurt or sour cream, and mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fill the Muffin Cups: Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
6. Prepare the Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping.
7. Top the Muffins: Brush the tops of the muffins with melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the tops.
8. Bake the Muffins: Transfer the muffin tin to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy the delicious taste of these Snickerdoodle Muffins!

With their irresistible cinnamon sugar flavor and tender crumb, these Snickerdoodle Muffins are sure to become a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or as a sweet treat any time of day, these muffins are guaranteed to please. So go ahead, bake up a batch, and savor the deliciousness of homemade muffins!