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Unleash 12 Divine Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins From Your Oven Today

Unleash the warmth of fall with these delightful Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins! Bursting with tender apple chunks and a fragrant cinnamon aroma, these muffins make an ideal breakfast or cozy afternoon snack. The crunchy streusel topping adds a delightful texture that perfectly complements the moist muffin base. Easy to prepare and family-friendly, you can whip up a batch in no time and even freeze extras for quick treats throughout the week. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or paired with your favorite beverage for a comforting experience any time of day.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 muffins 1x

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)
  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, combine egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; don’t overmix.
  5. Fold in the chopped apples.
  6. For the streusel topping, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl and cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  7. Divide batter among muffin cups and sprinkle with streusel topping.
  8. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a wooden skewer comes out clean.
  9. Cool slightly before enjoying.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Feel free to substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for added health benefits. Use different types of apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for varied sweetness levels.