Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
Unleash the warmth of autumn with these delightful Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins! Perfect for cozy mornings or afternoon snacks, these muffins are a comforting blend of sweet apples and fragrant cinnamon, all wrapped in a soft, fluffy texture. With their crumbly streusel topping, each bite is a delicious reminder of homemade apple pie. Easy to prepare and even easier to love, these muffins can be made ahead and frozen for those busy days when you need a quick breakfast option. Watch as family and friends gather around to enjoy the mouthwatering aroma and delightful flavors that fill your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 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)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (for streusel)
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar (for streusel)
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces (for streusel)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until combined.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients; stir until just moistened. Fold in chopped apples.
- For the streusel topping, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon; cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Divide muffin batter evenly among muffin cups and sprinkle with streusel topping.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 181
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 118mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg