Apple Streusel Cheddar Muffins ππ§
Recipe Overview:
- Name: Apple Streusel Cheddar Muffins
- Source: King Arthur Flour website
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 12 Muffins
- Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Cheese, Apple, Fruit, < 60 Mins
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 3/4 cup |
| Sugar | 2/3 cup |
| Vanilla | 1 tsp |
| Cinnamon | 1/2 tsp |
| Nutmeg | 1/4 tsp |
| Salt | 1/4 tsp |
| Baking powder | 1 tsp |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Apples | 3 |
| Sharp cheddar cheese | 2 cups |
| Extra-sharp cheddar cheese | 1/2 cup |
| Walnuts | 2/3 cup |
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Brown sugar | 3/4 cup |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C).
- Grease the cups of a 12-cup muffin tin.
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Make the Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs until fully incorporated. Don’t worry if the mixture looks curdled; that’s perfectly fine.
- Stir in the diced apples, sharp cheddar cheese, and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Gently fold in the all-purpose flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
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Prepare the Streusel:
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, extra-sharp cheddar cheese (grated), and chopped walnuts until the ingredients are well combined. This will be your streusel topping.
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Assemble the Muffins:
- Fill each greased muffin cup about half-full with the prepared batter.
- Sprinkle approximately one tablespoon of the streusel mixture on top of each muffin.
- Fill the cups with the remaining batter. The batter will be stiff and may mound up above the rim of the cup a bit.
- Sprinkle the remaining streusel mixture evenly atop each muffin. Some streusel may spill off onto the pan, but don’t worry about it.
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Baking:
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cooling:
- Once baked, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool briefly in the tin for about 5 minutes.
- Then transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
These Apple Streusel Cheddar Muffins are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack any time of the day. Enjoy their moist texture, bursting with juicy apple bits, gooey melted cheese, and crunchy streusel topping. They’re sure to become a family favorite in no time!
