The Best Apple Pie Muffins Ever
Sharing my go-to recipe from a friend that's perfect for potlucks, office parties, picnics, and kids' lunches. Always a hit! Inspired by the cookbook Just The Best.
Steps for The Best Apple Pie Muffins Ever
Here's a step-by-step instructions for making The Best Apple Pie Muffins Ever:
- Note:
- cinnamon could be added to the batter ( about 1 teaspoon or less).
- Topping: In a small bowl toss together sugar, flour, butter and cinnamon until crumbly; set aside.
- Muffins: In a large bowl whisk together brown sugar, oil, egg and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, soda and salt.
- Stir oil mixture into flour mixture alternately with buttermilk.
- Fold in apples, mixing just until combined.
- Spoon into greased muffin cups filling 3/4 full.
- Sprinkle topping over evenly.
- Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and tops spring back.
Why you'll love The Best Apple Pie Muffins Ever
- Irresistible Flavor Combination: 'The Best Apple Pie Muffins Ever' perfectly balance the sweet and tart flavors of fresh apples with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. This delightful combination creates a taste that reminds you of classic apple pie while providing the convenient portability of a muffin, making it an ideal treat for any time of day.
- Moist and Fluffy Texture: These muffins boast a wonderfully moist and fluffy texture thanks to the addition of applesauce or yogurt, which helps to keep them tender. Each bite delivers a delightful softness that contrasts beautifully with the chunks of apple, ensuring that every muffin is a satisfying experience.
- Easy to Make and Customize: The recipe for 'The Best Apple Pie Muffins Ever' is straightforward and beginner-friendly, requiring minimal ingredients and time. Additionally, they can easily be customized by adding nuts, raisins, or even a crumb topping, allowing bakers to tailor the muffins to their personal tastes or dietary preferences.
The Best Apple Pie Muffins Ever
Ingredients
- 1⁄2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1⁄3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1⁄4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1⁄2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
- 2⁄3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 egg
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons vanilla
- 2 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups diced peeled firm tart apples (such as Spy, Granny Smith)
Instructions
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Note:
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cinnamon could be added to the batter ( about 1 teaspoon or less).
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Topping: In a small bowl toss together sugar, flour, butter and cinnamon until crumbly; set aside.
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Muffins: In a large bowl whisk together brown sugar, oil, egg and vanilla until smooth.
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In a separate bowl, sift together flour, soda and salt.
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Stir oil mixture into flour mixture alternately with buttermilk.
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Fold in apples, mixing just until combined.
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Spoon into greased muffin cups filling 3/4 full.
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Sprinkle topping over evenly.
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Bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and tops spring back.
Notes
- Use a combination of tart and sweet apples for a balanced flavor; Granny Smith and Honeycrisp work wonderfully together, ensuring each bite of the muffin is deliciously complex and satisfying.
- Don’t overmix the batter; gently fold in the dry ingredients to maintain a light and fluffy texture, which is key to achieving that perfect muffin consistency.
