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Apple Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 muffins
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft and fluffy apple muffins topped with a sweet cinnamon sugar crust—perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack. These easy-to-make muffins combine tender diced apples with warming cinnamon spice and a crunchy sugar topping for a delightful treat any time of day.

Ingredients

Muffin Batter

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup oil or melted butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup diced apples

Topping

  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease the cups to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt, ensuring they are well combined for even distribution.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the sugar, egg, milk, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently just until combined to avoid overmixing and ensure tender muffins.
  5. Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the diced apples into the batter, evenly distributing them without breaking the fruit pieces.
  6. Fill Muffin Cups and Add Topping: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture (2 tablespoons sugar mixed with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon) evenly over the tops of the batter.
  7. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18–22 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a balanced sweet-tart flavor that complements the cinnamon.
  • Add chopped nuts or raisins to the batter for added texture and flavor.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep muffins light and fluffy.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use oil instead of butter.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenmartha.com/apple-muffins-recipe/