Description
These Apple Cinnamon Muffins are moist, flavorful, and perfect for a cozy breakfast or snack. Made with tender diced apples and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, they offer a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, topped with a cinnamon-sugar sprinkle for an added touch of crunch and flavor.
Ingredients
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Muffin Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup peeled and diced apples (about 1 medium apple)
Topping
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make muffins tough. Then, fold in the peeled and diced apples carefully.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow space for rising.
- Add Topping: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar and ground cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over each muffin.
- Bake: Place the muffins in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and light.
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweetness and acidity.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheat muffins in the microwave for about 15 seconds for a warm treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
