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Apple Cinnamon Crumb Muffins

These Apple Cinnamon Crumb Muffins are warm, moist, and bursting with tender apple pieces and a sweet cinnamon-spiced crumble, making them the perfect companion for coffee or as an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Plus additional for dusting
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups peeled and chopped apples (about 2 medium apples) Use sweet apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji for best results.
For the Crumb Topping
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 cup flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and the cinnamon until crumbly. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt, whisking until well mixed.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add in the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  5. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  6. Fold in the chopped apples gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  7. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  8. Generously sprinkle the crumb topping over each muffin.
Baking
  1. Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for about 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze in a Ziploc bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in a microwave or toaster oven for best results. Use fresh apples for the best flavor and texture.