Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins
Indulge in the warmth of freshly baked Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins that capture the essence of autumn with every bite. These delightful treats are perfect for cozy mornings, family gatherings, or simply as a comforting snack during a busy week. With tender pieces of apple and a crumbly cinnamon streusel topping, they deliver a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone craving more. Quick to prepare and easy to store, these muffins are sure to become a beloved addition to your breakfast routine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped apples (about 1 medium apple)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (for streusel topping)
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar (for streusel topping)
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon (for streusel topping)
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces (for streusel topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped apples.
- In a small bowl, mix together streusel topping ingredients until crumbly.
- Divide muffin batter into prepared cups and sprinkle streusel on top.
- Bake for about 18–22 minutes or until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Let muffins cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
- Calories: 219
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 27mg