Apple Cinnamon Muffins
Apple Cinnamon Muffins are the perfect way to embrace the comforting flavors of fall. These delightful muffins are filled with tender pieces of fresh apple and a warm, aromatic blend of cinnamon. They’re not only easy to make but also versatile enough for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. With a buttery cinnamon-sugar topping that adds an irresistible crunch, you’ll find these muffins quickly becoming a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups finely diced apple (Golden Delicious or yellow apple)
- For topping: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a greased muffin tin with liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate large bowl, mix light brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined. Stir in melted butter.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined—do not overmix.
- Toss diced apples in the remaining flour and gently fold into the batter.
- Fill muffin liners three-fourths full and sprinkle with the cinnamon-sugar topping.
- Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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