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Apple Crumble Muffins

Apple Crumble Muffins

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Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with these delightful Apple Crumble Muffins. Perfectly tender and moist, each muffin is loaded with sweet diced apples and topped with a crunchy crumble that provides the ultimate texture contrast. Ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack, these muffins are quick to prepare, making them a fantastic option for busy mornings or family gatherings. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy warm, homemade goodness that fills your home with a comforting aroma. Customize the recipe to suit your taste by adding nuts or swapping in your favorite fruits. Bake a batch today and savor every bite!

Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup (93 g) all purpose flour
  • ¼ cup (50 g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 4 Tablespoons (56 g) unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 cups (250 g) all purpose flour
  • 1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar
  • ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (1 stick or 113 g) unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ¼ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt) (room temperature)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk (room temperature)
  • 1 ½ cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. Prepare the crumble topping by mixing flour, sugars, cinnamon, and melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon for the muffin batter.
  4. In another bowl, cream together butter and sugars until light. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla; mix well.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined. Fold in diced apples.
  6. Fill muffin cups about three-quarters full and top generously with crumble mixture.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

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