Delicious French Breakfast Muffins with a touch of American flair

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Delicious French Breakfast Muffins with a touch of American flair
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 29, 2024

These muffins are light, fluffy, and slightly sweet, perfect for pairing with your morning coffee. The cinnamon-sugar topping adds a delightful crunch that will have you coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup sugar (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for topping)
  • 1/3 cup melted butter (for topping)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together milk, vegetable oil, and egg.
  4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Spoon batter into muffin tin, filling each cup 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. In a small bowl, mix together sugar and cinnamon for topping.
  8. Once muffins are done baking, dip the tops in melted butter and then in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
  9. Enjoy warm with a cup of coffee or tea!

Interesting Facts

  • These muffins are a classic American adaptation of the French breakfast tradition.
  • The cinnamon-sugar topping adds a tasty twist to the traditional muffin recipe.
  • You can easily customize this recipe by adding in your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried fruit.