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Cinnamon Maple Morning Muffins

These muffins offer a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, featuring a delightful cinnamon and maple flavor with a crunchy pecan topping, making them an ideal start for any day.
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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
  

Muffin Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The base of the muffins, providing structure and a soft crumb.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Adds moisture and a rich, caramel-like sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder A leavening agent that helps the muffins rise and become fluffy.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavor, balancing the sweetness.
  • 1 cup whole milk Contributes creaminess and moisture for a tender texture.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Adds richness and flavor to the batter.
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup A natural sweetener that infuses a delightful taste into the muffins.
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Helps keep the muffins ultra moist while adding a subtle tang.
  • 1 large egg Binds the ingredients together and adds richness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the flavor profile with warm, aromatic notes.
Topping
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Provides the base for a crunchy muffin topping.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Sweetens the topping and creates a delightful crust.
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans Adds a nutty crunch that complements the soft muffin texture.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon The star spice that adds warmth and a comforting aroma.
  • 2 tablespoons cold butter Creates a crumbly texture when mixed into the topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, maple syrup, sour cream, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Line your muffin cups with paper liners and fill each cup about two-thirds full with batter.
  6. For the topping, mix the flour, sugar, chopped nuts, and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  7. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture is crumbly.
  8. Sprinkle the topping over the muffin batter evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 16-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  2. Let the muffins cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  3. Enjoy your warm, delightful muffins straight from the oven!

Notes

To ensure your muffins come out perfectly, accurately measure your flour and avoid overmixing. Let ingredients warm to room temperature before mixing. Muffins are good for meal prep, stored airtight at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.