Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Grandma’s Coffee Cake Muffins Recipe

Grandma’s Coffee Cake Muffins Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 4.8 from 24 reviews
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in the cozy flavors of Grandma’s Coffee Cake Muffins – a perfect treat for breakfast or snacking. These moist and fluffy muffins are topped with a sweet cinnamon streusel for an extra touch of indulgence.


Ingredients

Scale

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Streusel Topping:

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces


Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, mix dry ingredients. In another bowl, combine wet ingredients. Pour wet into dry and mix.
  3. Make Streusel Topping: Mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  4. Fill Muffin Cups: Scoop batter into cups and top with streusel.
  5. Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • These muffins freeze well—store in an airtight container for up to 3 months.
  • For a nutty twist, add 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel topping.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg