Apple-cinnamon crumble muffins: a delicious treat

These Apple Cinnamon Muffins are a delicious treat that will earn applause at any table! Easy to make and incredibly delicious, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or a snack. Featuring a soft, moist base filled with fresh apples and topped with a sweet and crunchy cinnamon crumble, they are as satisfying to eat as they are simple to make. Made with everyday kitchen staples, these muffins are a wonderful way to enjoy the comforting flavors of apple and cinnamon.

Why you'll love this

You’ll love these muffins for their combination of simplicity and flavor. The recipe requires no mixer, uses simple ingredients, and includes quick prep steps that result in fabulous bakery-style muffins every time. The apple adds natural sweetness and moisture, while the cinnamon crumble provides a delicious contrast to the buttery crunch. These muffins are also versatile—feel free to swap out the apples for your favorite fruit or add nuts for added texture.

Perfect opportunity

Apple Cinnamon Muffins are perfect for any occasion. Serve them for breakfast, enjoy them as a mid-morning snack, or pack them for a delicious addition to a picnic or lunch box. They’re also perfect for a weekend brunch or as a homemade treat to brighten someone’s day. Their comforting aroma and inviting appearance make them a hit at family gatherings and meals.

Decorating Tips

replaces the word nice with empty make these muffins even more appealing, you can dust them with a little icing sugar once they’ve cooled or drizzle them with a simple vanilla glaze. Adding a few oats or chopped nuts to the crumble mixture before baking will enhance their texture and appearance. Serving them warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream can turn them into an indulgent dessert.

Ingredients:

• For the muffins:
  • 3 eggs
  • 200 ml of milk
  • 160 g melted and cooled butter
  • 400 g all-purpose flour
  • 20 g baking powder
  • 5 g of salt
  • 200 g sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 250g apples (about 2 medium ones), diced
• For the crumble:
  • 80 g butter
  • 60 g sugar
  • 60 g flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Prepare the muffin batter:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs and vanilla. Stir in the milk and cooled melted butter.
   • Sift the flour, baking powder and salt directly into the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
   • Add the diced apples.

2. Prepare the crumble topping:
   • In a small bowl, mix together the butter, sugar, flour and cinnamon using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Assembly and cooking:
   • Preheat the oven to 180°C. Butter a muffin tin or line it with baking paper.
   • Fill each muffin tin with the batter, then top generously with the crumble mixture.
   • Bake for 25 to 28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

4. Serve and enjoy:
   • Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy these delicious Apple Cinnamon Crumble Muffins, a simple yet satisfying treat that combines the classic flavors of apple and cinnamon in a delicious way!