Cinnamon Apple Muffins (Printable)

Fluffy muffins combining diced apples and cinnamon for a warm, cozy taste.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (e.g., Gala or Fuji)

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly mixed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, vegetable oil or melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold diced apples into the batter evenly without crushing them.
06 - Spoon batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
07 - Combine brown sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle mixture over muffins if desired.
08 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
09 - Allow muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Made with budget-friendly ingredients
  • Perfect comfort snack for breakfast or afternoon treat
02 -
  • Muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Use dairy-free substitutes for a vegan-friendly version.
03 -
  • Don't overmix the batter for fluffier muffins.
  • Swap apples with pears or add nuts for variety.
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