Description
These crumb cake muffins combine the soft, buttery crumb of classic coffee cake with a tender, moist muffin base. Each muffin is topped with a generous cinnamon streusel for a delightful crunch and the perfect breakfast treat or anytime snack.
Ingredients
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For the Muffins
- 1 and 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/3 cup (80ml) vegetable oil
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Crumb Topping
- 3/4 cup (95g) all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup (65g) brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 5 tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
Optional Glaze
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- 1–2 teaspoons milk or cream
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and mix with a fork until large, crumbly lumps form. Set aside while you prepare the muffins.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and baking powder until thoroughly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together the vegetable oil, egg, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Make the Muffin Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined. Avoid over-mixing to keep the muffins tender.
- Assemble the Muffins: Divide the batter evenly among 12 lined muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full. Generously sprinkle the crumb topping over each muffin, pressing gently so the crumbs adhere.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Optional Glaze: If desired, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled muffins just before serving.
Notes
- Don’t over-mix the batter, as this can yield dense muffins.
- For a more pronounced cinnamon flavor, add an extra 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to the crumb topping.
- Muffins store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or can be frozen for 1 month.
- You can use sour cream instead of milk for extra-moist muffins.
- The optional glaze adds sweetness, but the muffins are delicious without it too.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg