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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Cozy Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins with Creamy Glaze

Delight in Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins, a cozy treat merging spiced pumpkin and cinnamon swirls for a delicious snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree Use plain pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • ½ cup melted butter Can be substituted with vegetable oil.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour A gluten-free blend can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Essential for leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Offers warm flavor.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk Adjust for consistency.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla, whisking until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, folding gently until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon for the swirl mixture.
  6. Spoon the muffin batter into liners, add cinnamon swirl on top, and cover with more batter.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to prepare the glaze.
  9. Allow muffins to cool slightly, then drizzle with the cream cheese glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for busy mornings, these muffins are cozy and delightful, enhancing your autumn baking experience.

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