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Coffee Cake Yogurt Muffins: The Ultimate Recipe for Delicious Mornings

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Tender and moist yogurt muffins topped with a buttery, cinnamon-spiced crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat!

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup (½ stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
  • ½ cup milk (any kind works)
  • ? cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon until well combined. Break up any clumps of brown sugar.
  2. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry blender or your fingertips, cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Set the crumb topping aside in the refrigerator.
  4. Make the Muffin Batter: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well with cooking spray.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
  7. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter. A few streaks of flour are okay.
  8. Assemble and Bake the Muffins: Fill each muffin cup about ¾ full with the batter.
  9. Remove the crumb topping from the refrigerator and sprinkle generously over the top of each muffin.
  10. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  11. Let the muffins cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use Cold Butter: For the crumb topping, using cold butter is essential for a crispy topping.
  • Don’t Overmix: Overmixing the muffin batter can lead to tough muffins. Mix until just combined, leaving a few streaks of flour.
  • Greek Yogurt: The Greek yogurt adds moisture and a slight tang to the muffins, making them incredibly tender.
  • Even Baking: To ensure even baking, rotate the muffin tin halfway through the baking time.
  • Storage: Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for longer storage. Wrap them individually in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer bag.
  • Variations:
    • Add Nuts: Add chopped nuts (such as pecans or walnuts) to the crumb topping or the muffin batter.
    • Citrus Zest: Add the zest of one lemon or orange to the muffin batter for a bright and citrusy flavor.
    • Chocolate Chips: Fold in ½ cup of chocolate chips into the muffin batter for a chocolatey twist.
    • Spices: Experiment with different spices in the crumb topping or muffin batter. Nutmeg, cardamom, or ginger would all be delicious additions.
    • Fruit: Add blueberries, raspberries, or chopped apples to the muffin batter for a fruity variation.
  • Troubleshooting:
    • Muffins are too dry: Make sure you’re not overbaking the muffins. Check for doneness a few minutes before the recommended baking time. Also, ensure you’re using enough liquid in the batter.
    • Muffins are too dense: Avoid overmixing the batter. Overmixing develops the gluten in the flour, resulting in dense muffins.
    • Crumb topping is not crumbly: Make sure you’re using cold butter and cutting it into the flour mixture properly. The mixture should resemble coarse crumbs.
    • Muffins are sticking to the tin: Use paper liners or grease the muffin tin thoroughly with cooking spray.
  • Serving Suggestions:
    • Enjoy these muffins warm with a cup of coffee or tea.
    • Serve them as part of a brunch spread.
    • Pack them in lunchboxes for a delicious and satisfying snack.
    • Drizzle them with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for an extra touch of sweetness.

Find it online: https://mmmflavors.com/coffee-cake-yogurt-muffins/