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Monkey Bread Muffins

Deliciously Soft Monkey Bread Muffins for a Sweet Morning

These Monkey Bread Muffins are a delightful, soft treat perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour for gluten-free version
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Sea salt recommended for refined taste
  • 3/4 cup Milk Almond milk or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 large Egg Can use ¼ cup applesauce or flax egg for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Melted coconut oil works as a substitute
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results
Topping and Flavor
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon Sugar Mix sugar with ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Optional for added texture

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Roll batter into 1-inch balls and coat in cinnamon sugar.
  6. Place 3-4 dough balls in each muffin cup, filling them ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter for the best texture. Store in an airtight container for longevity.

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