Apple cinnamon muffins

Apple Cinnamon Muffins

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Apple Cinnamon Muffins
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Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Recipe by renee Ellis
Servings

12

servings
Prep time

20

minutes
Cooking time

18

minutes
Calorieskcal

Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp baking soda

  • 1/2 tsp fine sea salt

  • 1 tsp ground Ceylon cinnamon

  • 1/4 freshly grated nutmeg

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

  • 2 large eggs, room temperature

  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

  • 1/2 cup whole milk, room temperature

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh apples, peeled, cored, and finely diced ( choose a mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrips for a balanced sweetness

  • Cinnamon Sugar Topping

  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar

  • 1 tsp ground Ceylon cinnamon

  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

Directions

  • Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 375F (190C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with parchment paper liners, ensuring they extend above the rim for that perfect bakery-style look.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg, Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar and brow sugar until well combined and slightly fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, Stir in the vanilla extract
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined- avoid overmixing to keep the muffins tender.
  • Gently fold in the diced apples, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
  • Using an ice cream scoop, fill each muffin cup to about 3/4 full, allowing the batter to rise beautifully in the oven.
  • Cinnamon Sugar Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon and sugar. Brush the tops of the muffin batter with melted butter and generously sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture on top.
  • Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs attached. The tops should be golden brown with a slightly crisp crust.
  • Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm for a comforting, aromatic treat that melts in your mouth.

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