Apple Pie Muffins with Cinnamon Crumble: A Comforting Take on a Classic Dessert

These Apple Pie Muffins with Cinnamon Crumble are the perfect treat for anyone who loves the comforting flavors of apple pie, but in a convenient, on-the-go form. Imagine biting into a soft, moist muffin filled with juicy apple chunks, warmly spiced with cinnamon, and topped with a crunchy, buttery cinnamon streusel. These muffins capture the essence of a classic apple pie while being incredibly easy to make. With their tender crumb and irresistible filling, they’re perfect for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert. You’ll get the best of both worlds: the satisfaction of a muffin and the comforting sweetness of apple pie.

Why you’ll love this recipe:
You’ll love this recipe because it’s simple but packs all the comforting flavors of homemade apple pie into muffin form. The soft, moist muffins are packed with chunks of fresh apples, and the cinnamon-spiced streusel adds a delicious crunch on top. These muffins are perfect for making ahead, and they stay moist and delicious for days. Using neutral oil in the batter ensures they stay moist, and the cinnamon infuses each bite with warmth and spice. Whether you serve them for breakfast, an afternoon treat, or dessert, these muffins are sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Perfect opportunity:
These apple pie muffins are perfect for fall when apples are in season, but they’re a delicious treat year-round. Serve them at brunch, pack them in lunch boxes, or offer them as a snack with coffee or tea. They’re also perfect for holiday breakfasts or when you want to bring something homemade to a gathering. If you’re entertaining or need something quick and comforting to make, these muffins are a great choice. The combination of apple, cinnamon, and buttery crumble makes them a crowd-pleaser no matter the occasion.

Decorating tips:
For an added touch, you can drizzle a simple icing sugar glaze over the cooled muffins, giving them a bakery-style finish. If you want to add even more texture, sprinkle some chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans into the streusel topping before baking. replaces the word nice with empty make them even more appetising, you can place a thin slice of apple on top of each muffin before baking – this adds a decorative touch and gives a glimpse of the flavours inside. If you’re serving for a special occasion, sprinkle a little icing sugar over the muffins just before serving for a light and elegant finish.

Ingredients for muffins:

• 200 g flour
• 2 eggs
• 70 g sugar
• 150 ml of milk
• 80 ml neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• 2 apples cut into small cubes

Ingredients for the cinnamon streusel topping:

• 60g cold butter
• 80g flour
• 35 g of brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and cinnamon for the muffins.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: eggs, milk and neutral oil. Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl containing the dry ingredients and whisk until well combined.
3. Gently fold in the chopped apples, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
4. Preheat your oven to 200°C. Line a muffin tin with 12 muffin cases.
5. replaces the word nice with empty make the cinnamon streusel topping, combine the cold butter, flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Use a fork to mix until crumbly.
6. Divide muffin batter evenly among muffin cups. Sprinkle cinnamon streusel generously over the top of muffins.
7. Bake the muffins at 200°C for 7 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 175°C and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

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