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Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Two Apple Cinnamon Muffins on a white plate, one muffin broken open to show the apple pieces inside.
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Warm, spiced muffins filled with fresh apples and topped with a crunchy streusel. Perfect for fall breakfasts or lunchbox treats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups diced apples
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (for streusel)
  • 2 tbsp flour (for streusel)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon (for streusel)
  • 2 tbsp cold butter (for streusel)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with liners.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, and milk.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in diced apples.
  5. For the streusel, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  6. Fill muffin cups 3/4 full and sprinkle streusel on top.
  7. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

  • Use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples for best texture.
  • Freeze muffins for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for 30 seconds.

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