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Sourdough Coffee Cake Muffins Recipe

4.5 from 145 reviews

Delight in the perfect breakfast treat with these moist and fluffy Sourdough Coffee Cake Muffins, featuring a tender crumb enriched by a tangy sourdough starter and a cinnamon-sugar streusel topping that adds a sweet, crunchy finish.

Ingredients

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Batter Ingredients

  • 1 cup active sourdough starter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup milk

Streusel Topping

  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Instructions

  1. Prepare the batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sourdough starter, sugar, egg, melted butter, and milk until smooth. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined to create a thick batter.
  2. Make the streusel topping: In a small bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Assemble the muffins: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease well. Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Generously sprinkle the streusel topping over each muffin.
  4. Bake until fluffy: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the tops are golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure your sourdough starter is active and bubbly for best flavor and rise.
  • Do not overmix the batter to maintain a tender muffin texture.
  • For a nuttier twist, add chopped walnuts or pecans to the streusel topping.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.

Keywords: sourdough, coffee cake, muffins, breakfast, streusel, cinnamon, baking