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These Cinnamon Apple Muffins are a celebration of classic fall flavors. The sweet, spiced aroma that fills your kitchen while they bake is simply irresistible. The tender crumb and juicy apple pieces make each bite a delightful experience.
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Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Whenever you're in the mood for a cozy fall snack, these Apple Cinnamon Muffins combine tender chunks of apple with warm cinnamon spice, creating a perfectly moist and flavorful treat.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Apple Cinnamon Muffins
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 14

Ingredients

  • 2 cups baking apples peeled, cored, and finely chopped (2 apples)
  • 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup plain yogurt full-fat
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Oat Streusel Topping: (opt)

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons old-fashioned rolled oats
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients: flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside for later.
  • In a separate medium bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy—about 2 minutes.
  • Beat in the egg until fully incorporated, then mix in the yogurt until smooth.
  • Gradually combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula. The batter will be thick, and it's okay if a little flour remains unmixed.
  • Fold in the diced apples gently, taking care not to overmix the batter.
  • Prepare a muffin tin with 12 cups, either by lining them with paper liners or spraying with nonstick spray. Divide the batter evenly, filling each cup about 85% full.
  • For the oat streusel topping, mix together brown sugar, oats, flour, butter, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle generously over each muffin.
  • Bake the muffins for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.