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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins

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Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins. These soft, fluffy muffins bring together the rich essence of pumpkin and warm spices, topped with a luscious cream cheese glaze that adds just the right touch of sweetness. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat during afternoon tea, they are simple to make and versatile enough for any occasion—whether it’s a holiday gathering or an everyday snack. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or save some for later; either way, these muffins will keep you coming back for more.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup melted butter (for cinnamon swirl)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for cinnamon swirl)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (for cream cheese glaze)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract (for cream cheese glaze)
  • 23 Tbsp milk (for cream cheese glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fill muffin cups halfway with batter, add a spoonful of cinnamon swirl mix (melted butter mixed with brown sugar and cinnamon), then top with more batter.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While cooling slightly, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with milk to desired consistency and drizzle over cooled muffins.

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