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Marshall Field’s Cinnamon Crunch Muffins Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delightful aroma and irresistible taste of Marshall Field’s Cinnamon Crunch Muffins, a cherished recipe perfect for any occasion. These muffins, with their tender crumb and crunchy topping, are sure to become a favorite among family and friends.
Recipe Information:
- Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 36 muffins
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 376.4
- Fat: 18.6g
- Saturated Fat: 6.5g
- Cholesterol: 38.8mg
- Sodium: 137.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 50.3g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 27.1g
- Protein: 4.2g
Ingredients:
- 7 tablespoons butter
- 7 tablespoons margarine
- 2 2/3 cups sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 6 cups cake flour
- 1 1/2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 13 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 3 1/3 cups pecans
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 1/4 tablespoons ground cinnamon
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare Batter:
- In a large bowl, cream together 7 tablespoons of butter and 7 tablespoons of margarine until smooth and creamy.
- Add 2 2/3 cups of sugar to the butter mixture and beat until fluffy.
- Blend in 3 eggs until well incorporated.
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Prepare Sour Cream Mixture:
- In a separate bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of sour cream with 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Set aside.
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Sift Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, sift together 6 cups of cake flour, 1 1/2 tablespoons of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- Alternately add the flour mixture and the sour cream mixture to the sugar and egg mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Be careful not to overmix.
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Fold in Cinnamon Crunch:
- Gently fold in 2 3/4 cups of the prepared Cinnamon Crunch mixture into the batter.
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Fill Muffin Tins:
- Spoon the batter into paper-lined muffin tins, filling each about a little over half full.
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Top with Cinnamon Crunch:
- Sprinkle the tops of the muffins with the remaining Cinnamon Crunch mixture.
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Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Prepare Cinnamon Crunch:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, combine 13 tablespoons of butter, 2 cups of brown sugar, 3 1/3 cups of pecans, 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, and 3 1/4 tablespoons of ground cinnamon.
- Work the ingredients together using a pastry blender or food processor until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Bake Cinnamon Crunch:
- Spread the prepared Cinnamon Crunch mixture evenly on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 5 to 8 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant.
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Cool and Store:
- Allow the Cinnamon Crunch to cool completely, then let it stand for several hours or overnight to dry.
- Break the cooled Cinnamon Crunch into chunks and store in an airtight container until ready to use.
Enjoy these delectable Marshall Field’s Cinnamon Crunch Muffins with a cup of coffee or tea for a delightful treat that’s perfect any time of day! 🧁☕