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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins that Will Warm Your Heart

Discover the comforting flavors of Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins, a delightful treat perfect for fall.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 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, not pie filling
  • 1/3 cup Melted Butter Can be substituted with vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Integral to cozy fall taste
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 2 tbsp Melted Butter
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Adds caramel notes
  • 1 tbsp Ground Cinnamon Boosts flavor
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 2 tbsp Milk Add more for a thinner glaze

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Muffin Tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spoon
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, mix pumpkin puree, melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the swirl.
  6. Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full with batter and add spoonfuls of swirl mixture on top; swirl gently.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool briefly.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla for glaze; drizzle over muffins once cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow muffins to cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from sliding off. Optionally, sprinkle with cinnamon or nuts.

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