Easy Sultana Cinnamon Muffins (Soft & Fluffy Recipe)

These sultana cinnamon muffins are the kind of bake that makes your whole kitchen smell amazing. Soft, fluffy and packed with sweet sultanas and warm cinnamon, they’re perfect for lunchboxes, morning tea or a cosy afternoon treat. Best of all, they’re simple to make with pantry staples—no fuss, just really good muffins.

What Makes These Muffins So Good?

It’s all about balance—light, fluffy texture with just the right amount of sweetness, plus that warm cinnamon flavour running through every bite. The sultanas add little bursts of sweetness and keep the muffins nice and moist.

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Sultana Cinnamon Muffins

Recipe by Stay at Home Mum

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Course: DessertCuisine: AustralianDifficulty: Easy

Soft muffins studded with sultanas and warm cinnamon—perfect for teatime.

Servings

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8

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Calories

190

kcal

Total time

15

minutes

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Ingredients

• 3/4 cup 0.75 cup Self raising flour-wholemeal

• 1/4 cup 0.25 cup Rolled oats

• 1/4 cup 0.25 cup Brown sugar

• 1/4 cup 0.25 cup Sultanas

• 1/2 tsp 0.5 tsp Cinnamon

• 1/2 cup 0.5 cup Milk

• 1/4 cup 0.25 cup Canola Oil

• 1 1 Egg-lightly beaten

Directions

• Preheat oven to 190 degrees
• In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, oats, sultanas and cinnamon.
• Add the milk, oil and egg. Gently mix until just combined.
• Spoon mixture into greased muffin tin and bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden.

Equipment

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  Colormix Sili Pastry Brush LimeView here
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  12-Cup Muffin TrayView here
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  Stainless Steel Anti Slip Mixing BowlView here

Notes

• Sultana Cinnamon Muffins are suitable to freeze for up to three months in GLAD Snap Lock Bags.  Allow to cool to room temperature.
•  Either individually wrap each muffin or place in an air tight container.

Tips for Soft and Fluffy Muffins

• Don’t overmix the batter—this keeps the muffins light.
• Soak sultanas in warm water for 10 minutes for extra softness.
• Fill muffin cases evenly for consistent baking.
• Check early—overbaking dries them out quickly.

Variations and Substitutions

• Swap sultanas for raisins or chopped dates
• Add a crumb topping for a bakery-style finish
• Use wholemeal flour for a slightly heartier version
• Add a touch of nutmeg for extra warmth

What to Serve with Sultana Cinnamon Muffins

These muffins are perfect with:

• A cup of tea or coffee
• A spread of butter while still warm
• Lunchboxes for an easy sweet treat
• Brunch spreads alongside fresh fruit

Sultana Cinnamon Muffins – A Family Favourite

These sultana cinnamon muffins are one of those reliable, no-fuss recipes you’ll find yourself making again and again. They’re quick, budget-friendly and always a hit—whether it’s for the kids’ lunchboxes or a quiet cuppa at home.

Simple, comforting, and full of flavour—exactly what good home baking should be.

Kate Carlile

Kate brings sexy back to the office as our Administration Manager and all-round most loveliest lady in the world. She is super Mum to four and the SAHM office would literally fall apart without her. Her dream is to colour the world purple whilst travelling around it in a lavender Winnebago!

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