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Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins

Deliciously moist apple cinnamon muffins topped with a crunchy streusel for a perfect breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk can substitute with milk and vinegar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup diced apples peeled and cored
Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted

Method
 

Prepare the Muffin Batter
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, and eggs until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the diced apples.
Make the Streusel Topping
  1. In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
  2. Stir in melted butter until crumbly.
Bake the Muffins
  1. Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  2. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over the batter.
  3. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  4. Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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