Imagine biting into a pastry so divine, it makes your taste buds dance with joy! 🌟 Our Cinnamon and Cardamom Cruffins are about to revolutionize your breakfast and dessert game. These aren't just ordinary muffins - they're a culinary masterpiece that combines the warm, comforting spices of cinnamon and cardamom into a light, fluffy treat that will transport you straight to pastry paradise. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, this foolproof recipe will have you creating bakery-worthy cruffins in just 40 minutes!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by greasing it thoroughly with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground cardamom to ensure even distribution of dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, melted butter, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture into it. Gently fold the ingredients together using a spatula, being careful not to overmix. Some small lumps are acceptable.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 to 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
- Sprinkle additional cinnamon and a pinch of cardamom on top of each cruffin for extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cruffin comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cruffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a light glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for added sweetness.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. These cruffins are best enjoyed on the day they are made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Tips
- • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest batter possible • Do not overmix the batter - gentle folding is key to maintaining a light, tender texture • Use fresh spices for the most vibrant cinnamon and cardamom flavor • For extra indulgence, try adding a cream cheese filling or topping with a vanilla glaze • Allow cruffins to cool slightly before removing from the tin to prevent breaking • For a picture-perfect finish, use a sifter to dust powdered sugar evenly on top • These cruffins freeze beautifully - wrap individually for a quick breakfast or snack later
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 65mg
