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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins

Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins That Warm Your Heart

Delightful Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins with Cream Cheese Glaze, perfect for busy mornings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Base
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree Ensure it’s plain pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • ½ cup melted butter Can substitute with vegetable oil for a lighter option.
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar Feel free to reduce for a less sweet muffin.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together for structure.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor profile.
  • cups all-purpose flour Substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Serves as a leavening agent for muffin rise.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Adds additional leavening for fluffiness.
  • ½ teaspoon salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Infuses warmth and fall flavor.
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • ¼ cup melted butter Adds a rich depth to the swirl.
  • ¼ cup brown sugar Contributes moisture and deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Complements the muffin's taste beautifully.
For the Cream Cheese Glaze
  • ½ cup powdered sugar Provides sweetness for glazing.
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract Acts as a flavor enhancer for the glaze.
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk Adjusts glaze's consistency.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • toothpick

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Muffins
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, melted butter, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon to form a swirl paste.
  6. Fill muffin tins two-thirds full with batter, top with cinnamon swirl, and gently mix.
  7. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk to make the glaze.
  10. Drizzle the cream cheese glaze over cooled muffins and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Can freeze unfrosted muffins for up to 3 months.

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