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Apple Cinnamon Muffins

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These fluffy apple cinnamon muffins are a cozy breakfast treat, packed with juicy apple chunks and a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping. Quick and easy to make, they deliver nostalgic comfort and are perfect for brunch, snacks, or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (240g)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (150g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder (8g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (2g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (3g)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (5g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (1g, optional)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (120ml) (or plain yogurt, or milk + 1 teaspoon lemon juice)
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled (80g) (or neutral oil for dairy-free)
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (10ml)
  • 2 medium baking apples (about 200g), peeled, cored, and diced (Granny Smith and Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for apples)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for apples)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease thoroughly.
  2. Peel, core, and dice apples into 1/4-inch cubes. Toss with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon and 1 tablespoon sugar. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Gently stir with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the cinnamon-sugar apples until evenly distributed.
  7. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  8. Mix 2 tablespoons sugar and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle over muffin tops.
  9. Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until muffins are golden, domed, and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack. Enjoy warm.

Notes

For extra fluffy muffins, fill cups nearly to the top and start baking at 400°F for 5 minutes, then reduce to 375°F. Dice apples small for even baking. Add walnuts, pecans, or raisins for variety. Muffins freeze well for up to 2 months. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 GF flour blend. For dairy-free, use oil and non-dairy milk with lemon juice.

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