Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
If you’re craving a cozy treat that encapsulates the essence of fall, these Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins are your perfect match! Bursting with sweet apple chunks and warm cinnamon flavors, they fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma reminiscent of autumn bakeries. Ideal for busy mornings or afternoon snacks, these muffins are not only easy to make but also a delightful way to bring smiles to your family’s faces. With a crumbly streusel topping, each bite offers a comforting experience that feels like a warm hug. Bake a batch today, and watch them quickly become a go-to favorite!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 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 topping)
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar (for streusel topping)
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel topping)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces (for streusel topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Combine with dry ingredients until just moistened.
- Fold in chopped apples gently.
- For the streusel topping, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon; cut in cold butter until crumbly.
- Fill muffin cups about two-thirds full with batter; sprinkle streusel on top.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg