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Amish Apple Fritter Muffins

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These cozy Amish Apple Fritter Muffins feature tender apple chunks, a cinnamon sugar swirl, and a sweet glaze—bringing all the comfort of classic fritters without the frying. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a nostalgic treat any time of year.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2/3 cup (130g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (55g) brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk (or any milk you prefer)
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups apples, peeled and finely diced (about 2 medium; Granny Smith and Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (55g) brown sugar (for cinnamon sugar swirl)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for cinnamon sugar swirl)
  • 1 cup (120g) powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp milk (use dairy-free if needed)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or spray with non-stick spray.
  2. In a small bowl, toss diced apples with 2 tbsp sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Let sit for 5 minutes, then drain excess juice if needed.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Batter should be thick with no visible flour streaks.
  6. Fold in the prepared apples gently to distribute evenly.
  7. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup brown sugar with 1 tsp cinnamon for the cinnamon sugar swirl.
  8. Spoon half the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup halfway. Sprinkle about 1/2 tsp cinnamon sugar mixture over each muffin. Top with remaining batter and finish with a final sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, until muffin tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and pourable. Adjust consistency as needed.
  12. Drizzle glaze over cooled muffins. For a thicker glaze, let the first layer set for 10 minutes, then drizzle again.

Notes

For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, substitute vegan butter and nut milk. Dice apples small for even baking. Don’t overmix the batter for tender muffins. Glaze only when muffins are cool for best results. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temperature, or freeze unglazed muffins for up to 2 months.

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