French Breakfast Muffins 

These French Breakfast Muffins are light, fluffy, and infused with warm spices, offering a delightful twist on traditional muffins. Coated in a generous layer of cinnamon sugar, they provide a satisfying crunch reminiscent of churros. Perfect for a cozy breakfast or a sweet afternoon treat, these muffins are quick and easy to prepare, making them an ideal choice for busy mornings. Their irresistible aroma and taste are sure to make them a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

For the Muffins:

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  
  

• ½ cup granulated sugar
  
  

• 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  
  

• ½ teaspoon salt
  
  

• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  
  

• 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  
  

• 1 large egg, room temperature
  
  

• ½ cup warm milk
  
  

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  
  

• ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  
  

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin:
   
   

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
     
     

   • Grease a 12-count muffin tin with butter or cooking spray.
     
     

2. Mix Dry Ingredients:
   
   

   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg until well combined.
     
     

3. Add Wet Ingredients:
   
   

   • Add the melted butter, egg, and warm milk to the dry ingredients.
     
     

   • Stir until just combined; the batter should be lumpy. Do not overmix.
     
     

4. Fill Muffin Tin:
   
   

   • Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about one-third full.
     
     

5. Bake Muffins:
   
   

   • Bake in the preheated oven for 20–22 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
     
     

6. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
   
   

   • While the muffins are baking, in a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon.
     
     

   • In another small bowl, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter.

7. Coat Muffins:
   
   

   • Once the muffins are baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
     
     

   • While still warm, dip the tops of each muffin into the melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.
     
     

8. Cool and Serve:
   
   

   • Place the coated muffins on a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.
     
     

Nutrition (per muffin)

• Calories: 188 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 27 g
  
  

• Protein: 2 g
  
  

• Fat: 8 g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 5 g
  
  

• Cholesterol: 34 mg
  
  

• Sodium: 109 mg
  
  

• Potassium: 89 mg
  
  

• Fiber: 1 g
  
  

• Sugar: 14 g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 263 IU
  
  

• Calcium: 42 mg
  
  

• Iron: 1 mg