Caramel Cinnamon Muffins

3 tablespoons butter, divided
2/3 cup brown sugar, divided
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 egg
1 cup milk

Grease muffin pans and place 1/2 teaspoon of butter and 1 teaspoon brown sugar in each cup.

Sift flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon together.

Beat egg; add milk, butter and remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar. Add to sifted dry ingredients, stirring only enough to dampen all the flour.

Fill prepared muffin pans 3/4 full and bake at 425 degrees F for 18 to 20 minutes.