Save Moist, fluffy muffins packed with fresh apples and warm cinnamon, topped with a buttery crumb streusel for the perfect breakfast or snack.
These muffins quickly became a favorite at family breakfasts, with everyone loving the balance of cinnamon and fresh apples.
Ingredients
- For the Muffins: 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled, 2/3 cup (135 g) granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 1/2 cups (180 g) peeled cored and finely diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
- For the Streusel Topping: 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup (65 g) light brown sugar packed, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter cold and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl whisk together flour baking powder baking soda salt and cinnamon
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl whisk melted butter and sugar Add eggs milk and vanilla whisking until smooth
- Combine Ingredients:
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined (do not overmix)
- Add Apples:
- Fold in diced apples until evenly distributed
- Fill Muffin Cups:
- Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups filling each about 3/4 full
- Prepare Streusel:
- For the streusel combine flour brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs
- Add Streusel:
- Sprinkle streusel evenly over muffin batter
- Bake:
- Bake for 20 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
- Cool:
- Cool muffins in tin for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely
Save This recipe always brings smiles when we share these muffins during weekend family breakfasts.
Notes
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for extra flavor or sweet apples like Honeycrisp for a milder taste Add 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter for crunch Muffins freeze well for up to 2 months thaw at room temperature
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Whisk Muffin tin Paper liners or nonstick spray Pastry cutter or fork Wire rack
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) eggs milk and butter (dairy) May contain traces of nuts if added Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens
Save Enjoy these flavorful muffins fresh or thawed from frozen either way the aroma and taste are irresistible.
Recipe FAQ
- → What type of apples work best for this dish?
Tart apples like Granny Smith provide a nice tang, while sweeter varieties like Honeycrisp offer a milder flavor. Both maintain texture well during baking.
- → How can I make the streusel topping crispier?
Use cold butter and cut it into the flour and sugar until coarse crumbs form. This creates a crumbly, crisp texture once baked.
- → Can nuts be added to the batter?
Yes, chopped pecans or walnuts can be folded into the batter for added crunch and flavor.
- → What is the best way to store these muffins?
Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to two days, or freeze them for up to two months for longer preservation.
- → How can I prevent the muffins from becoming dry?
Do not overmix the batter and bake until a toothpick inserted comes out clean but avoid overbaking. The apples and butter help keep them moist.