Description
Apple Cinnamon Muffins – Soft, moist, and spiced with juicy apple pieces in every bite. Tastes like apple pie in muffin form! Quick, easy, and freezer-friendly—perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
-
1½ cups all-purpose flour
-
¾ cup granulated sugar
-
1 tablespoon baking powder
-
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
-
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
-
1 large egg
-
½ cup milk
-
¼ cup melted unsalted butter
-
1 large apple, peeled and diced
Instructions
1. Prep the Oven & Muffin Tin
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease with nonstick spray.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together:
-
Flour
-
Sugar
-
Baking powder
-
Cinnamon
-
Nutmeg
3. Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk:
-
Egg
-
Milk
-
Melted butter
until smooth and well combined.
4. Mix Wet and Dry
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir just until combined—do not overmix.
5. Fold in Apples
Gently fold in the diced apples. The batter will be thick.
6. Fill Muffin Tin
Spoon the batter evenly into the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
7. Bake
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Enjoy
Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These apple cinnamon muffins are the perfect homemade comfort food—great for fall but crave-worthy year-round. Simple ingredients, big flavor, and endless ways to customize
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American