Description
Rhubarb Muffins with Cinnamon Sugar Topping offer a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast or a delightful snack. These fluffy muffins are packed with fresh rhubarb and finished with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar topping that adds warmth and nostalgia to every bite. Easy to prepare, they’re ideal for family gatherings or cozy afternoons at home.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 cup fresh rhubarb, chopped
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for topping)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg and milk until frothy; then combine with dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Gently fold in chopped rhubarb.
- Spoon batter into muffin cups (about two-thirds full) and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or chocolate chips. You can substitute rhubarb with apples or berries for different variations. Ensure rhubarb is evenly chopped for consistent baking.