Cinnamon muffins really are a delightful and delicious way to start any morning! The basic muffins are created using a standard muffin recipe, and are covered with decadent cinnamon sugar for a special treat. They are generally so straightforward that you can prepare them for weekday breakfasts, surprise brunches, or even just a snack.

Ingredients list:

• 2 eggs
• 3 c. flour
• 1 c. milk
• 1 c. sugar
• 5 Tbsp butter
• 5 Tbsp shortening
• 3 Tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1 c. melted butter
• 1 c. sugar
• 1 Tbsp cinnamon

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• In large bowl combine butter, shortening and 1 c. sugar. Cream until smooth. Beat in eggs, salt, nutmeg, and baking powder.
• Slowly stir in flour and milk alternately until mixture is just combined, and still lumpy.
• Fill muffin cups to the top, and bake for 20 minutes.
• Cool for 10-15 minutes.
• In small bowl combine 1 c. sugar and 1 Tbsp cinnamon. Brush each muffin with melted butter and top with cinnamon sugar.