Tasty Apple Muffins Crumb (Printable Version)

Moist cinnamon apple muffins topped with a buttery crumb, ideal for breakfast or snack time.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Muffins

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour (250 g)
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)
03 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed (50 g)
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/2 cup vegetable oil (120 ml)
10 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (120 ml)
11 - 1/4 cup milk (60 ml)
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
13 - 2 cups peeled, cored, and finely diced apples (about 2 medium)

→ Crumb Topping

14 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (65 g)
15 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar, packed (65 g)
16 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
17 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (55 g)
18 - Pinch of salt

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease lightly.
02 - Whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold finely diced apples into the batter evenly.
06 - Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each approximately three-quarters full.
07 - In a small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in melted butter until crumbly clusters form.
08 - Sprinkle crumb topping evenly over each muffin.
09 - Bake for 20 to 22 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
10 - Allow muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Soft, moist texture with warm cinnamon and fresh apple pieces.
  • Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.
  • Buttery crumb topping adds the perfect sweet crunch.
  • Versatile for breakfast, dessert, or an anytime snack.
02 -
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and light.
  • Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the best flavor and texture.
  • Ensure the butter for the crumb topping is melted but not hot to form perfect clumps.
  • Let the muffins cool slightly before removing from the tin to avoid breakage.
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