Description
Delight in these moist and flavorful Apple Cinnamon Muffins, perfect for a cozy breakfast or a sweet snack. Made with grated Granny Smith apples and a touch of warm cinnamon, these muffins offer a tender crumb bursting with autumnal flavors, baked to golden perfection in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
- 1 egg (lightly beaten)
- 1/3 cup milk
Flavorings
- 3 tablespoons Granny Smith apple (grated)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder until well combined and aerated.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Pour the oil into a 1-cup glass measuring cup. Beat the lightly beaten egg and add it to the oil. Fill the measuring cup to the 1-cup mark with milk, then beat the mixture thoroughly until it is well blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until all ingredients are just combined. Take care not to overmix to keep the muffins light and tender.
- Add Apples and Cinnamon: Fold the grated Granny Smith apples and ground cinnamon carefully into the batter, distributing them evenly without overworking the mix.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the lined muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; if it comes out clean or with just a few crumbs, the muffins are ready.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool briefly before serving warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Apple cinnamon muffins make a comforting breakfast or a quick snack perfect for busy days or a relaxed fall morning.
- Use freshly grated Granny Smith apples for the best texture and tartness.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense muffins; just fold ingredients until combined.
- Leftover muffins can be frozen for longer storage; thaw at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 172 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 106 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.03 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 14 mg
