Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins. Freshly baked, these muffins are bursting with tender apple pieces and aromatic cinnamon, topped with a crumbly streusel for that perfect crunch. Ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack, they bring warmth and comfort to any occasion. Whether you’re enjoying them on a lazy Sunday morning or sharing them with friends, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite. Easy to make and packed with flavor, let’s unleash 12 divine apple cinnamon streusel muffins from your oven today!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Makes 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped apples (about 1 medium apple)
- Streusel Topping: ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; a few lumps are okay.
- Fold in the chopped apples.
- For the streusel topping, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Divide muffin batter among prepared cups and sprinkle streusel topping generously over each muffin.
- Bake for about 18-22 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean. Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg