Apple Crumble Muffins
Apple Crumble Muffins are a delightful way to start your day or elevate any family gathering. Bursting with the sweet and tart flavors of fresh apples, combined with warm cinnamon and a crunchy crumble topping, these muffins fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma that beckons everyone to join in. They are quick to prepare and perfect for busy mornings or as a delicious snack. With their comforting flavors and simple ingredients, these muffins will quickly become a favorite in your baking rotation. Enjoy them warm or save some for later; either way, they promise to bring joy to every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt) (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour for crumble
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar for crumble
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar for crumble
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon for crumble (optional)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted for crumble)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, mix the crumble topping ingredients: flour, sugars, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly.
- In another bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients for the muffins: flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the sugars and room-temperature butter until fluffy. Add eggs, sour cream (or yogurt), and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in diced apples gently.
- Fill muffin cups three-quarters full with batter and sprinkle crumble topping generously over each.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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