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Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Fluffy Apple Cinnamon Muffins That Warm Your Heart

These Apple Cinnamon Muffins combine the warm flavors of cinnamon and apple for a delightful treat perfect for breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crumb Topping
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Use more brown sugar for a richer taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Leave out for a more neutral taste but will lose flavor depth.
  • 1/4 cup Melted Butter Substitute with melted coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Use a gluten-free flour blend to make it gluten-free.
For the Muffin Batter
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour 1:1 gluten-free flour can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Check expiration date for efficacy.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust according to preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Important for balancing sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Softened Butter Use unsweetened applesauce for a dairy-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Substitutable with coconut sugar.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can reduce quantity for less sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flax eggs for vegan version.
  • 1/2 cup Yogurt or Sour Cream Swap with applesauce for lower fat; use dairy-free yogurt for non-dairy.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Leave out if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use almond milk or any nut milk for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Diced Apples Other fruits like pears can be used instead.
For the Icing (Optional)
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can substitute with powdered coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 1 tablespoon Cream or Milk Use almond milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional, but enhances sweetness and depth.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Pour in 1/4 cup of melted butter and 1/2 cup of flour, mixing until chunky.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  4. In another bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of softened butter, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Beat in 2 eggs, 1/2 cup of yogurt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Add 1/2 cup of milk, folding until smooth.
  6. Fold in 1 cup of diced apples.
  7. Fill muffin cups to the brim with batter and add the crumb topping.
  8. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 5 minutes, then reduce to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 15-18 minutes.
  9. For icing, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of milk, and a dash of vanilla extract. Drizzle over cooled muffins.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can be frozen for longer storage.

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