Easiest and Best Cinnamon Apple Muffins
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 0 seconds
Total Time: 25 minutes
Description: Indulge in the delightful aroma and flavor of these mouthwatering Easiest and Best Cinnamon Apple Muffins, a recipe crafted with love from lovewithrecipes.com. Bursting with the goodness of apples and the warmth of cinnamon, these muffins are perfect for a quick breakfast or a sweet treat any time of the day.
Recipe Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Apple, Fruit, Less than 30 Minutes, Oven
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Butter | 1/3 cup |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Sour cream | 3/4 cup |
| Vanilla | 1 tsp |
| Flour | 1 3/4 cups |
| Baking powder | 2 1/2 tsp |
| Apple | 1 |
| Orange | 1 |
| Walnuts | 1/2 cup |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 261
- Fat Content: 12.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 55.1mg
- Sodium Content: 131.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 34.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.2g
- Sugar Content: 18.7g
- Protein Content: 4.3g
Yield: 12 muffins
Recipe Instructions:
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Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a muffin pan by lining it with paper liners.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until creamy and well combined using a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment.
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Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated into the mixture.
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Stir in the sour cream and vanilla extract, continuing to mix until the ingredients are evenly blended.
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In a separate bowl, combine the flour and baking powder, then gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients in the mixing bowl. Stir gently until the dry ingredients are just moistened, being careful not to overmix the batter.
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Peel and chop the apple into small pieces, zest the orange, and finely chop the walnuts. Add these to the batter, folding them in gently until evenly distributed throughout.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
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In a small bowl, mix together some cinnamon and sugar to create a cinnamon sugar topping. Sprinkle this mixture generously over the tops of the muffins, adding a delightful sweet and spicy crunch.
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Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a cake tester inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
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Once baked to perfection, remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve these delectable cinnamon apple muffins warm or at room temperature, accompanied by a dollop of creamy butter for an extra indulgent treat.
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Store any leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze them for longer storage, ensuring you have a delightful homemade treat ready whenever cravings strike.
Enjoy these Easiest and Best Cinnamon Apple Muffins as a delightful addition to your breakfast table or as a sweet snack to share with family and friends. 🍎🧁
