Description
Delight in these moist and flavorful Apple Cinnamon Muffins, perfect for a cozy breakfast or a sweet snack. Made with grated Granny Smith apples and a sprinkle of cinnamon, these muffins offer a lovely balance of sweetness and spice. Easy to prepare and bake, they are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup oil (vegetable or canola)
- 1 egg (lightly beaten)
- 1/3 cup milk
- 3 tablespoons Granny Smith apple (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the muffins.
- Prepare Muffin Tin: Line a muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and facilitate easy removal of muffins.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, baking powder, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Pour the oil into a 1-cup glass measuring cup, add the lightly beaten egg, then fill the measuring cup up to the 1-cup mark with milk. Beat the mixture until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until the batter is just combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the muffins tender.
- Add Apples and Cinnamon: Fold the grated Granny Smith apples and cinnamon into the batter evenly.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin liners, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Storage: Store any leftover muffins in an airtight container for up to four days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Apple cinnamon muffins are a perfect breakfast on a crisp fall morning or an easy go-to snack for busy afternoons.
- Grated apples add moisture and natural sweetness, making the muffins tender and flavorful.
- For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans.
- Ensure not to overmix the batter to prevent dense muffins.
- Use fresh Granny Smith apples for the best tartness and flavor contrast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 172 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 106 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.03 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 14 mg
