Cinnamon Apple Muffins (Print Version)

Moist muffins bursting with diced apples and warm cinnamon, perfect for a cozy start or snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 medium apples (peeled, cored, and diced)

→ 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

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat eggs with vegetable oil (or melted butter), milk, and vanilla extract until combined.
04 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender.
05 - Fold diced apples carefully into the batter ensuring even distribution.
06 - Spoon batter evenly into prepared muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
07 - Combine brown sugar and cinnamon, sprinkle over each muffin cup if desired.
08 - Bake for 18 to 22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
09 - Allow muffins to cool in pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Easy to make with common pantry ingredients
  • Great way to use seasonal fruit and save on cost
02 -
  • For dairy-free muffins, use plant-based milk and oil
  • You can substitute pears for apples for a different flavor
03 -
  • To avoid dry muffins, don't overmix the batter
  • Try adding 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch
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