Decadent Cinnamon Chip Muffins
These Decadent Cinnamon Chip Muffins are a delightful twist on traditional muffins, inspired by a classic chocolate chip muffin recipe. Perfectly spiced with warm cinnamon and studded with sweet cinnamon baking chips, these muffins are a favorite treat for school lunches and weekend breakfasts alike. With their moist texture and irresistible aroma, these muffins are sure to become a cherished recipe in your home, just as they have in ours. This doubled recipe yields 24 to 30 irresistibly fluffy muffins, making them ideal for sharing with family and friends.
N/A
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
4 cups (all-purpose, sifted)
sugar
1 1/2 cups (granulated)
baking powder
4 teaspoons (fresh)
salt
1 teaspoon (kosher or table salt)
cinnamon
2 teaspoons (ground)
milk
1 1/2 cups (whole or 2%)
butter
1 cup (melted and cooled)
eggs
4 (lightly beaten)
vanilla
2 teaspoons (pure extract)
cinnamon baking chips
2 (12 ounce) packages (for baking)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Cinnamon Chip Muffins?
They are a moist and flavorful twist on traditional muffins, spiced with warm cinnamon and loaded with sweet cinnamon baking chips.
How many muffins does this recipe yield?
This recipe is doubled and yields approximately 24 to 30 fluffy muffins.
What are the primary ingredients for these muffins?
The main ingredients include flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, milk, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and cinnamon baking chips.
What kind of flour should be used?
The recipe calls for 4 cups of all-purpose, sifted flour.
What type of milk is recommended?
You can use 1 1/2 cups of either whole milk or 2% milk.
How much butter is required?
The recipe requires 1 cup of butter, which should be melted and then cooled.
How many eggs are needed?
You will need 4 eggs, which should be lightly beaten before adding to the mixture.
How much sugar is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 cups of granulated sugar.
What kind of vanilla is best for this recipe?
Pure vanilla extract is recommended, specifically 2 teaspoons.
How many cinnamon baking chips are needed?
The recipe calls for 2 (12 ounce) packages of cinnamon baking chips.
Are these muffins good for school lunches?
Yes, they are described as a favorite treat for school lunches due to their portable nature and sweet flavor.
What is the texture of these muffins?
These muffins have a moist texture and are irresistibly fluffy.
Is this an easy recipe to follow?
Yes, it is tagged as an 'easy recipe', making it suitable for various skill levels.
What type of cinnamon is used?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon in addition to the cinnamon chips.
Can these muffins be served for breakfast?
Absolutely, they are ideal for weekend breakfasts and are tagged for breakfast use.
What is the role of baking powder in this recipe?
4 teaspoons of fresh baking powder are used to ensure the muffins are fluffy and rise properly.
Are these muffins considered a quick bread?
Yes, they are categorized under the 'quick bread' tag.
What kind of salt should I use?
You can use 1 teaspoon of either kosher or table salt.
What inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a classic chocolate chip muffin recipe.
Is this a good recipe for sharing?
Yes, because it yields 24 to 30 muffins, it is ideal for sharing with family and friends.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients used in this muffin recipe.
Should the butter be hot when added to the batter?
No, the butter should be melted and then cooled before being incorporated.
What makes the muffins 'decadent'?
The double amount of cinnamon chips and the rich, buttery, spiced batter contribute to their decadence.
Can I use 1% milk instead?
While the recipe suggests whole or 2%, most muffin recipes work with 1% milk, though the richness may vary slightly.
Are these muffins aromatic?
Yes, they are noted for having an irresistible aroma while baking and serving.
Can I use this recipe for a smaller batch?
This is a doubled recipe; you could halve the ingredients if you only want 12 to 15 muffins.
What tags are associated with this treat?
Tags include muffins, baking, breakfast, cinnamon, quick bread, sweet treats, school snacks, and easy recipes.
What size packages do the cinnamon chips come in?
The recipe specifies 12 ounce packages.
Is the flour sifted before measuring?
The recipe recommends using 4 cups of all-purpose, sifted flour.
How should the eggs be prepared?
The 4 eggs should be lightly beaten before being added to the other ingredients.