Description

Apple Crumble Muffins are the perfect blend of tender, moist muffins and a crunchy, sweet topping. Baked with juicy apples and warm spices, these delightful treats are ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The aroma of cinnamon and fresh apples will fill your kitchen as you whip up this easy recipe. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, anyone can create these irresistible muffins that are sure to impress family and friends at any gathering.

Ingredients

Scale

¾ cup all purpose flour
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
4 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
2 cups all purpose flour
1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup packed light brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
¼ cup sour cream
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ cup milk (room temperature)
1 ½ cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a medium bowl, mix together the crumble ingredients: ¾ cup flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until clumpy. Set aside.
In another bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, baking powder, salt, and additional cinnamon.
Using an electric mixer, cream together ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and room temperature butter until fluffy. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla; mix until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture along with milk; mix until just combined. Fold in diced apples gently.
Divide the batter into muffin cups and sprinkle with the crumble mixture.
Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast/Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
Calories: 217
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 157mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 37mg

Keywords: For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Feel free to incorporate nuts like walnuts or pecans for added crunch. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days or freeze for longer storage.