Description
Apple Muffins with Crumb Topping are the perfect blend of cozy flavors and delightful textures, making them an ideal treat for crisp mornings or afternoon snacks. Bursting with sweet, spiced apples and crowned with a crunchy crumb layer, these muffins are not only easy to make but also fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or as a make-ahead breakfast option that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups diced apples (e.g., Granny Smith)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
- Peel and chop apples into small pieces.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold in diced apples.
- For the crumb topping, mix brown sugar, oats, flour, butter, and cinnamon until crumbly.
- Fill muffin tins two-thirds full with batter and sprinkle crumb topping on each.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown; cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or swapping some apples for pears. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze individually wrapped muffins for longer storage.