Ingredients and Substitutions
You only need 5 ingredients to make the dough and the coating!
Self-Rising Flour -You can make your own by adding baking powder to all-purpose flour (read the notes in the recipe). You cannot use almond flour or coconut flour. I haven’t tried gluten-free flour, but if you have a blend that you trust, it should work. Sugar – This creates a tender crumb. You can use other sweeteners like unrefined coconut sugar, brown sugar, or sugar-free allulose. Cinnamon – This is essential for the classic snickerdoodle flavor. Use high-quality ground cinnamon for the best taste. Vanilla Coconut Yogurt – This adds moisture and a subtle tangy taste. I use coconut yogurt, but soy, cashew, or almond yogurt also work well. Vegan Butter – Plant-based butter contributes to the rich flavor and tender texture. It can be substituted with neutral-flavored oils or margarine.
How to Make Snickerdoodle Muffins
This is a super easy recipe to make. Here are pictures of the key steps.
Expert Tips
For the most accurate measurements, use a kitchen scale to weigh your ingredients (switch to Metrics in the recipe card). Don’t overmix the batter. Stir just until the ingredients are combined to ensure tender muffins. For an extra crunchy topping, sprinkle some cinnamon sugar on the muffins before baking, in addition to coating them after. Allow the muffins to cool slightly before coating in cinnamon sugar to prevent the coating from melting. For a flavor variation, try adding nutmeg or cardamom to the cinnamon sugar coating.
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