Save Moist and fragrant muffins bursting with seasonal apples and warm cinnamon—perfect for a cozy breakfast or snack on a budget.
I first made these cinnamon apple muffins on a chilly fall morning when my family craved something sweet and comforting. The warm aroma filled our kitchen and instantly brought everyone to the breakfast table.
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Ingredients
- Apples: 2 medium apples (budget-friendly variety, e.g., Gala or Fuji), peeled, cored, and diced
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200 g)
- Ground cinnamon: 2 tsp
- Baking powder: 2 tsp
- Baking soda: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: 1/4 tsp
- Eggs: 2 large
- Vegetable oil or melted butter: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Milk: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
- Topping (optional): 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
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Instructions
- Prep Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, oil (or melted butter), milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures:
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined (do not overmix).
- Add Apples:
- Fold in the diced apples.
- Fill Muffin Tin:
- Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups.
- Top Muffins:
- For the optional topping, mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then sprinkle over each muffin.
- Bake:
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool:
- Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Save Sharing these muffins with my kids reminds me of cozy afternoons filled with laughter and apple picking together each year.
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Required Tools
Muffin tin, mixing bowls, whisk, spatula, measuring cups and spoons, peeler, and knife for prepping apples.
Allergen Information
Contains: wheat (gluten), eggs, milk (if using butter or dairy milk). For dairy-free, swap with plant-based milk and oil.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 210, Total Fat: 8 g, Carbohydrates: 33 g, Protein: 3 g
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Enjoy these cinnamon apple muffins as a grab-and-go breakfast or share them at brunch. Their comforting flavor makes any moment feel special.
Kitchen Guide
- → Can I substitute apples with other fruits?
Yes, pears or other seasonal fruits work well as substitutes, providing similar moisture and sweetness.
- → How can I add extra crunch to the muffins?
Incorporate 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter before baking for added texture.
- → What is the best way to check muffin doneness?
Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the muffins are fully baked.
- → Can I make these muffins dairy-free?
Use plant-based milk and oil instead of dairy milk and butter to keep them dairy-free.
- → What is the ideal oven temperature and baking time?
Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
