These muffins are a delightful twist on the classic cinnamon muffin, featuring a tender crumb and a sweet cinnamon sugar topping.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a muffin tin by lining it with paper liners or greasing it well.
Preheating the oven ensures even baking and a perfect rise for the muffins.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Sifting the dry ingredients can help achieve a smoother batter.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, yogurt, brown sugar, vanilla, and melted butter until smooth.
Ensure the butter is slightly cooled before mixing to prevent cooking the eggs.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the batter light.
Overmixing can lead to dense muffins, so stir just until no dry streaks remain.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
Using an ice cream scoop can help portion the batter evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Rotate the muffin tin halfway through baking for even cooking.
While the muffins are baking, prepare the topping by mixing the white sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
Adjust the cinnamon-to-sugar ratio to your taste preference.
Once the muffins are baked, let them cool slightly. Then, dip the tops in melted butter and roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Coating the muffins while they are still warm helps the topping adhere better.
Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delightful cinnamon sugar muffins!
Pair these muffins with a hot beverage for a comforting treat.
