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Apple Crumble Muffins

Delicious Apple Crumble Muffins for Cozy Mornings at Home

Enjoy these Easy Apple Crumble Muffins, soft and moist with fresh apple chunks and a buttery cinnamon crumble. Perfect for breakfast or a comforting snack!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use for light and fluffy texture
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Contributes moisture and caramel flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps muffins rise
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Extra lift for fluffy crumb
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds warm flavor
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted for richness
  • 2 large eggs Binding agent for structure
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Keeps muffins moist
  • 1/2 cup milk Loosens batter
  • 2 cups firm apples Peeled and chopped
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Base structure for topping
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Infuses topping with spice
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Balances sweetness
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Melted to bind topping
For Simple Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Creates sweet drizzle
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor
  • 2 tablespoons milk Adjusts consistency

Equipment

  • Muffin pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a muffin pan with paper liners.
  2. Whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, Greek yogurt, milk, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  3. Fold in flour, baking soda, and baking powder until just combined.
  4. Add chopped apples and fold into the batter until evenly distributed.
  5. Spoon the batter into the muffin liners, filling almost to the top.
  6. In a separate bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and melted butter for the streusel topping until crumbly.
  7. Sprinkle the streusel topping over each muffin, pressing down slightly.
  8. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool the muffins in the pan for about 15 minutes.
  10. Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract for glaze, adjusting consistency.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over cooled muffins and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh, firm apples for best texture and flavor. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep muffins tender.

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