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A perfectly domed apple cinnamon muffin rests on a parchment-lined cooling rack with two cinnamon sticks beside it.

Apple Cinnamon Muffins Recipe

Bake these apple cinnamon muffins today! They are fluffy, packed with fresh fruit, and perfect for any time of day.
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Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 18 muffins
Calories: 185kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups finely chopped apples
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then set aside. 
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugars.
  • Whisk the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract into the butter mixture until well combined.
  • Fold in the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. 
  • Fold in the apples and cinnamon.
  • Line a 12-count muffin tin with paper liners or grease heavily. Fill each muffin cup ¾ full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes, then turn the temperature down to 350°F. Bake for 16-17 more minutes until the centers are completely set, verified with a toothpick inserted in the center.
  • Allow the muffins to cool, then serve!

Notes

  • Make sure your butter is fully melted before adding it to the batter. This step, plus the high temperature at the start, gives the muffins that perfect domed top!

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffin | Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 199mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g