Apple Pie Muffins that Capture Fall's Cozy Flavors

Delicious Apple Pie Muffins that capture the essence of autumn's warm spices and convenience.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 55

Servings: 12 muffins

Course: MUFFINS

Cuisine: American

Calories: 210

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Apple Filling

500 g Apples any tart baking apple like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
5 g Lemon juice Enhances apple flavor and prevents browning
36 g Granulated sugar Balances tartness
36 g Light brown sugar Can be substituted with granulated sugar
1.5 tsp Ground cinnamon Infuses warmth and aroma
0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg Contributes warm, nutty flavor
0.25 tsp Ground cardamom Optional but exquisite
0.25 tsp Ground cloves Adds spiciness
0.25 tsp Ground ginger Adds warmth
0.25 tsp Salt Balances sweetness
32 g Salted butter Brings richness
9 g Cornstarch slurry Thickens the filling
0.5 tsp Vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor

For the Crumb Topping

80 g All-purpose flour Provides structure
50 g Granulated sugar Sweetens topping
33 g Light brown sugar Adds flavor and moisture
0.75 tsp Ground cinnamon Introduces warmth
0.125 tsp Salt For flavor enhancement
50 g Salted butter, melted Binds ingredients

For the Muffins

240 g All-purpose flour Main structure
8 g Baking powder Leavening agent
2 g Baking soda Adds fluffiness
0.75 tsp Salt Balances flavors
2 tsp Mixed spices Delightful flavor mixture
113 g Salted butter, melted and cooled For richness
100 g Granulated sugar Sweetens muffins
100 g Light brown sugar Adds moisture
60 ml Whole milk At room temperature
2 pieces Large eggs At room temperature
120 g Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt At room temperature
2 tsp Vanilla extract Rounds out flavor
250 g Apples Peeled, cored, & chopped
12 g All-purpose flour Coats chopped apples

For the Glaze

95 g Powdered sugar For glazing
30-45 ml Heavy cream or milk Adjust for desired consistency
0.125 tsp Pinch of salt Enhances sweetness

Equipment

muffin tin
mixing bowls
whisk
Pot

Method

Prepare Apple Filling

Combine diced apples, lemon juice, sugars, spices, and salt in a pot. Let sit for 10 minutes. Add melted butter and simmer until apples are tender, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened for 1-2 minutes. Finally, add vanilla and let cool.

Make Crumb Topping

In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, cinnamon, and salt. Mix in melted butter and vanilla until it resembles wet sand. Chill until ready.

Muffin Preparation

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a muffin tin with liners. In a bowl, mix dry ingredients including flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices.

Combine Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk melted butter, both sugars, milk, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla until fully combined.

Incorporate Dry Ingredients

Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. Fold in chopped, floured apples to prevent sinking.

Fill Muffin Liners

Spoon batter into muffin liners until about ¾ full. Add apple filling on top and sprinkle with crumb topping.

Bake

Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 5 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 14-18 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Optional Glaze

Drizzle with glaze for added sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep muffins fluffy. Chill the crumb topping for crunchy texture. If tops brown too quickly, cover with foil. Use tart apples for the best flavor balance.

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