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Apple Streusel Muffins

Warm and Cozy Apple Streusel Muffins to Brighten Your Day

These Apple Streusel Muffins combine cozy apple and cinnamon flavors, perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 tbsp Baking powder Acts as the leavening agent.
  • 1 tsp Baking soda Assists with leavening.
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon Swap for pumpkin pie spice if desired.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar Brown sugar can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Melted butter Substitute with vegetable oil for a lighter option.
  • 1 large Egg Consider using a flax egg for vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Non-dairy milk for lactose-free.
  • 2 cups Cubed firm apples Use Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup Cold butter Kept cold for best texture.
  • 1/2 cup Brown sugar Sweetens the topping.
  • 1/2 cup Flour Helps bind the streusel.
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon Adds warmth to the streusel.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, sugar, egg, and milk until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in the cubed apples, ensuring they're evenly distributed.
  6. Prepare the streusel by mixing cold butter, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon until crumbly.
  7. Spoon the batter into muffin cups, filling about two-thirds full, and sprinkle streusel on top.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days. They can be reheated in the microwave for freshness.

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