Description
These coffee cake muffins are the ultimate weekend treat, featuring a tender, moist interior thanks to sour cream and a generous, crunchy cinnamon streusel topping. Inspired by classic bakery-style recipes, these muffins balance a delicate, buttery crumb with a satisfying sweet crunch. Perfect for a busy brunch or a quick homemade snack, they rely on pantry staples to deliver professional-quality results that the whole family will love. They are incredibly easy to prepare and bring a touch of sophistication to your kitchen.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
1/3 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
1 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)
3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, 1/3 cup flour, cinnamon, and melted butter to create the streusel; set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Stir in the sour cream and milk until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined; do not overmix.
Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin liners.
Sprinkle the reserved streusel topping generously over each muffin.
Bake for 20-24 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure all cold ingredients are at room temperature for the best batter emulsion. Use the spoon and level method to measure flour to prevent dry, dense muffins. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 24
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
