Bakery-style muffins are one of my favorite things. They’re so versatile I can add anything: fruit, veggies, nuts, etc. Talk about the perfect busy-schedule food. Since apples and cinnamon are a match made in heaven, these apple cinnamon muffins are divine. They’re moist and fluffy, with just the right amount of apple in every bite! Guaranteed to make even the most die-hard night owl love breakfast! In fact, if you have some apples lingering on the counter, this is an excellent opportunity to use them! Just cut away any soft spots and use the rest in the muffins.
Recipe Ingredients
How to Make Apple Cinnamon Muffins
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your muffin pan wells with paper liners. Apples – Wash, peel, and chop apples. (Photos 1-2) Dry Ingredients – In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder and soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined. (Photo 3) Wet Ingredients – Cream the butter and sugars in a large bowl with a handheld or stand mixer with paddle attachment until light and fluffy. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla. Whisk until well combined. (Photo 4) Mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, half at a time, until just combined. Next, gently fold in the diced apples. Please don’t overmix. (Photos 5-8) Divide the batter among the muffin wells. (Photo 9) Streusel – Combine the brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and softened butter with a fork. Don’t overmix, and try to create large crumbles. Sprinkle the streusel evenly over the top of the muffin batter. (Photos 10-12) Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a tester inserted into the muffin’s center comes out clean. Cool – Remove from the oven. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes. Then, take them out and put them on a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions
If you need a grab-and-go breakfast:
Double the muffin recipe and freeze them on a baking sheet until solid. Store them in a large freezer ziplock bag. Thaw what you need for a couple of days overnight in the fridge, then warm them up in a toaster oven.
You could also keep them in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week.
What to Serve With Apple Cinnamon Muffins
Start your morning with these apple cinnamon muffins and a warm, cozy ginger tea or homemade apple cider. Or whip up a luxurious chai tea latte or pumpkin spice latte for an epic teatime treat.
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