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Cinnamon Apple Muffins Recipe with Crumb Topping

erynwhalen
These Cinnamon Apple Muffins are a cozy fall treat, made with diced apples, warm cinnamon, and a buttery crumb topping. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, these easy apple muffins are moist, tender, and bursting with autumn flavors. Simple ingredients and a quick bake time make this a go-to recipe for any apple lover!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 15
Calories 221 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large fresh apple finely chopped (set aside 1/4 cup for sprinkling on top)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter softened
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour or substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup applesauce
  • Chopped walnuts optional

Crumb Topping

  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 2 Tbsp butter softened
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • A dash of cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 12-cup muffin pan with muffin liners.
  • Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until just combined, followed by the vanilla extract and apple sauce.
  • Sift the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, salt, and baking powder. Gradually fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just incorporated, forming the muffin batter.
  • Fold in the Apples: Gently stir the diced apples into the muffin batter.
  • Fill the Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full. Use an ice cream scoop or cookie scoop to ensure even portions.
  • Prepare the Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, flour, and cinnamon. Mix with your fingers or a fork until it forms a crumbly mixture. Sprinkle this streusel topping and the reserved apple pieces over the tops of the muffins.
  • Bake: Place the muffins in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. Keep an eye on the muffin tops, ensuring they don’t over-brown.
  • Cool and Enjoy: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Best Apples for Baking: Tart apples like Granny Smith or Pink Lady work best, but Honeycrisp and Gala are great for a sweeter option.
  • Storage Tips: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze individually wrapped muffins for up to 3 months.
  • Optional Add-Ins: Add walnuts or pecans for extra crunch, or a spoonful of applesauce for added moisture.

    • Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 221kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 161mgFiber: 1gSugar: 19g
    Keyword apple muffins, apples, cinnamon apple muffins, muffins
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