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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins: Your Fall Fave Awaits

Enjoy these Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins, a delightful blend of pastry and comfort food perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Puree Choose plain pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Substitute with vegetable oil for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Large Egg For vegan, use 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Using pure vanilla results in the best taste.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Make sure it’s fresh for the best rising.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s gluten-free if that’s a concern.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adjust to your taste for a stronger profile.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar White sugar may be used in a pinch.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Base ingredient for glaze.
  • 2 tbsp Milk Use non-dairy milk for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your muffin tin.
  2. Whisk together canned pumpkin puree, melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients gently.
  5. Mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon to create the cinnamon swirl.
  6. Divide muffin batter among muffin cups, add a spoonful of cinnamon swirl, and top with more batter.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool muffins for 5 minutes, then glaze them with the prepared mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Freeze unfrosted for up to 3 months.

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