Cinnamon Rhubarb Muffins
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Deliciously moist muffin bursting with tangy rhubarb and warm cinnamon — perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
- Author: Beth
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast / Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup rhubarb, finely chopped (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12‑cup muffin pan with liners or grease wells.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, then stir in yogurt, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry and mix until just combined—don’t overmix.
- Fold in rhubarb and nuts gently.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, about ⅔ full.
- Bake 18–22 minutes or until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- Cool muffins in pan 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Fresh or frozen rhubarb works; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid.
- Greek yogurt adds tenderness and moisture—can substitute sour cream.
- Don’t overmix batter to avoid dense muffins.
- Add a streusel topping (brown sugar, flour, butter, cinnamon) for extra crunch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg