What is the secret to moist muffins?

Proper measuring, avoiding overmixing, and using moist ingredients like sour cream or applesauce can all contribute to muffin moistness.

How much sugar is in cinnamon muffins?

The sugar content in cinnamon muffins can vary depending on the recipe. This recipe uses ¼ cup of granulated sugar plus additional sugar for the cinnamon sugar topping.

What is the best ratio of cinnamon to sugar?

I usually go for a 1:4 ratio of cinnamon to sugar, but feel free to adjust to your liking.

How do I make muffins crunchy on top?

Sprinkling coarse sugar on top before baking is the key to that irresistible crunch.

Are muffins better than bread?

Whether muffins or bread are "better" is subjective and depends on personal preference. Muffins are typically sweeter and more crumbly than bread, while bread can be savory or sweet and has a chewier texture.

Are homemade muffins healthier than store-bought?

Homemade muffins can be a healthier option than store-bought ones because you can control the ingredients and sugar content. However, it's important to note that muffins are generally considered a treat food.

What temperature should I bake muffins at?

Most muffin recipes bake around 400°F (200°C), but always refer to your specific recipe for the best results.

What should be avoided in making muffins?

To avoid muffin mishaps, steer clear of overmixing the batter, overbaking, using expired leavening agents, and packing the measuring cups too tightly when measuring dry ingredients.

What's the difference between a cupcake and a muffin?

The main difference between a cupcake and a muffin lies in their sweetness and frosting. Cupcakes are generally sweeter and topped with frosting, while muffins can be sweet or savory and are rarely frosted.

Vegetarian Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup plant-based milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup granulated sugar, for topping
1/2 cup ground cinnamon, for topping

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with cooking spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a rubber spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the muffins are baking, prepare the cinnamon sugar topping by combining the cinnamon and sugar in a shallow bowl.
Once the muffins are out of the oven, let them cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before carefully dipping each muffin top into the melted butter, then rolling them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Notes

For best results, bring milk and eggs to room temperature before mixing.
Do not overmix the batter.
Do not overbake the muffins.
Let the muffins cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to help them set.

Author: Linda
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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