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Apple Crisp Muffins Recipe

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  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Apple Crumb Muffins are a delightful breakfast or snack option featuring tender muffins packed with tart Granny Smith apples and topped with a sweet, cinnamon-spiced crumb topping. Soft inside with a crunchy exterior, these muffins combine simple pantry ingredients to create a comforting treat that’s perfect for autumn or any time you crave a homemade baked good.

Ingredients

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Muffins:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced (about 2 apples)

Crumb Topping:

  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 dash salt
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare muffin pan: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray or line it with muffin liners to prevent sticking, then set it aside.
  2. Mix dry ingredients for muffins: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt until well combined.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mix 1 cup whole milk, ¼ cup vegetable oil, 1 large egg, ½ cup granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Incorporate dry ingredients: Add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Add apples: Fold in 1 ½ cups peeled and diced Granny Smith apples to evenly distribute them through the batter.
  6. Fill muffin wells: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin pan, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
  7. Prepare crumb topping: In a small bowl, mix ⅓ cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ⅔ cup all-purpose flour, and a dash of salt.
  8. Add butter to crumb mixture: Pour in ¼ cup melted unsalted butter and stir until the mixture forms moist clumps approximately the size of small peas.
  9. Top muffins: Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the muffins in the pan, covering each batter-filled cup.
  10. Bake muffins: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Cool and serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before removing and serving to let the crumb topping set and the muffins firm up slightly.

Notes

  • Use Granny Smith apples for tartness that balances the sweetness of the crumb topping.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and light.
  • Make sure to cool muffins before serving to avoid crumb topping falling off.
  • You can substitute melted butter in the muffin batter for a richer flavor if desired.
  • For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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