Description
Indulge in these nostalgic muffins that blend flavors and memories, bringing a fluffy texture and delightful sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (gluten-free blend if preferred)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (brown sugar optional for flavor)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg (substitute with a flax egg for vegan)
- 1 cup milk (non-dairy options are great)
- 1/2 cup butter (melted and cooled)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjustable based on preference)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (or a pinch of clove)
- 1/4 cup butter (melted for topping, keep warm for dipping)
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, mix egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Let the batter sit for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Spoon the batter evenly into prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
- Bake for approximately 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Melt the remaining butter for dipping while muffins bake.
- Once baked, cool muffins slightly and dip tops in melted butter, then roll in sugar and cinnamon mixture.
Notes
Experiment with different spices or add chocolate chips for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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