Description

Apple Crumble Muffins are a delightful fusion of tender, spiced apple muffin and a crunchy crumble topping, making them the perfect treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack. With the warm flavors of cinnamon and the sweetness of fresh apples, these muffins are sure to become a family favorite. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, from brunch gatherings to cozy evenings at home, Apple Crumble Muffins offer a delicious way to enjoy seasonal flavors.

Ingredients

Scale

¾ cup (93 g) all purpose flour
¼ cup (50 g) packed light brown sugar
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
4 Tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter (melted)
2 cups (250 g) all purpose flour
1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar
¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
½ cup (1 stick or 113 g) unsalted butter (room temperature)
¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt) (room temperature)
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120 ml) milk (room temperature)
1 ½ cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon for the crumble topping. Mix in melted butter until clumps form and set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and additional cinnamon.
In a large bowl, beat brown sugar, granulated sugar, and room temperature butter until fluffy. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract; mix well.
Gradually add half of the dry ingredients followed by milk; mix until just combined. Gently fold in diced apples.
Fill muffin cups three-quarters full with batter and top generously with crumble mixture.
Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 210
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or raisins. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.