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Apple Pie Muffins with Streusel Crumbs

Warm Apple Pie Muffins with Streusel Crumbs for Cozy Mornings

These Apple Pie Muffins with Streusel Crumbs are a deliciously cozy treat perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt enhances flavors
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon extra can be added
  • 2 large eggs can use flax eggs for vegan option
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar as substitute
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt can use sour cream or applesauce
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
  • 1 cup chopped apples or apple pie filling
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar optional
  • 1 splash milk or non-dairy milk

Equipment

  • Muffin Pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin pan with liners or grease lightly.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon until light and airy.
  3. In another bowl, combine eggs, sugar, yogurt, oil, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  4. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
  5. Scoop muffin batter into prepared cups, filling each three-quarters full. Add diced apple pie filling on top.
  6. Prepare streusel by mixing flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon with melted butter until crumbs form.
  7. Sprinkle streusel over muffins and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Cool muffins in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Optionally glaze with powdered sugar and milk mixture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored properly for a few days at room temperature.

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