Fragrant, moist muffins featuring diced apples and warm cinnamon, perfect for breakfast or a snack on a budget.
# What you'll need:
→ Fruit
01 - 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
→ Dry Ingredients
02 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
03 - 1 cup granulated sugar
04 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
05 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
10 - 1/2 cup milk
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Topping (optional)
12 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
13 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, oil or melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
04 - Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to maintain muffin tenderness.
05 - Carefully fold the diced apples into the batter, ensuring even distribution without overworking the mixture.
06 - Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
07 - If desired, mix the brown sugar with cinnamon and sprinkle evenly over each muffin for a sweet crust.
08 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
09 - Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
