Description
Apple Crumble Muffins are the perfect blend of soft, moist muffin and a crunchy, sweet topping that celebrates the flavors of autumn. These delightful muffins feature tender pieces of spiced apples enveloped in a buttery crumble, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Their enticing aroma fills your kitchen while baking, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting afternoon treat. With straightforward preparation steps, you can impress family and friends with these homemade muffins that are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk (room temperature)
- 1 ½ cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together ¾ cup flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Add melted butter and mix until clumpy; set aside.
- In another bowl, combine 2 cups flour, baking powder, salt, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, and nutmeg; set aside.
- Using an electric mixer, cream together ½ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup granulated sugar, and ½ cup room temperature butter until fluffy. Mix in eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture alternately with milk; fold in diced apples gently.
- Fill muffin cups three-quarters full and generously sprinkle crumble topping on each.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (80g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg