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Cinnamon Roll Apple Fritter Muffins

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These cozy muffins combine the gooey cinnamon swirl of a classic roll with tender apple chunks for a sweet breakfast treat. Quick to make and endlessly adaptable, they’re perfect for busy mornings or special brunches.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup whole milk (or dairy-free milk)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups peeled, diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
  • For the Cinnamon Swirl:
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • For the Optional Vanilla Glaze:
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp milk
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease.
  2. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 1 tbsp melted butter for the cinnamon swirl. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  4. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sour cream, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined.
  6. Fold in diced apples until evenly distributed.
  7. Spoon half the batter into muffin cups (about 1/3 full). Drop about 1/2 tsp cinnamon swirl onto each, then cover with remaining batter. Swirl more cinnamon mixture on top with a toothpick or knife.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until tops are golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Rotate pan halfway through baking.
  9. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  10. For the glaze (optional): Whisk powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt. Drizzle over cooled muffins and let set for 10 minutes.

Notes

Dice apples small for even baking. Don’t overmix the batter for tender muffins. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 baking flour blend. Muffins taste even better the next day as flavors meld. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temp or freeze for up to 2 months.

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