Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups diced apples
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and for easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter, eggs, and milk until smooth and evenly blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
- Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the diced apples into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full to allow room for rising.
- Add Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon for the topping. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over each muffin cup for a sweet, crunchy crust.
- Bake Muffins: Bake the muffins in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool slightly in the tin before transferring to a wire rack or serving warm.
Notes
- Use firm apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture and flavor.
- Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
