Apple Cinnamon Crumble Muffins
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Prep Time: 25 mins | Bake Time: 22 mins | Total Time: 47 mins
Because who doesn’t want their kitchen smelling like autumn?
What Are Apple Cinnamon Crumble Muffins?
Apple Cinnamon Crumb Muffins are basically autumn in a bite. They combine fluffy, tender muffin batter with juicy apple chunks, a swirl of cinnamon, and a sweet crumb topping that crisps up perfectly in the oven. You can enjoy them plain, smothered in crumb topping, or go all out with a drizzle of smooth vanilla icing. They’re sweet but not overpowering, moist, and perfectly spiced for any breakfast, snack, or “I just need one more” moment.
Ingredients you will need
All-purpose flour
Baking soda
Baking powder
Ground cinnamon
Salt
Unsalted butter
Light or dark brown sugar
Granulated sugar
Eggs
Yogurt or sour cream
Vanilla extract
Milk
Apples
Confectioners’ sugar
Heavy cream (or milk for icing)
Our Tips for Crispy Apple Fritter Cookies
Keep the Crumb Topping Chunky: Over-mixing turns your crumbs into a paste, and no one wants that.
Room Temperature Everything: Eggs, butter, and yogurt mix more evenly and create a smoother batter.
Apples Matter: Firm apples like Granny Smith hold their shape while Honeycrisp adds natural sweetness. Adjust sugar if using sweeter apples.
Don’t Skip the Resting Time: Letting muffins cool slightly helps them set so they don’t fall apart when you bite in.
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How to Store Apple Fritter Cookies
Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Muffins taste best at room temperature, so let them sit out for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Freezer: Wrap individually or in a sealed container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or at room temperature, then add icing if desired.
Apple Cinnamon Crumble Muffins
Because who doesn’t want their kitchen smelling like autumn and their muffin tin full of magic?
Ingredients
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅔ cup all purpose flour
- 1 ¾ cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- ½ cup packed light or dark brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- ½ cup yogurt or sour cream, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk (2% or whole milk), at room temperature
- 1 ½ cups peeled & chopped apples
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk of choice (I used whole milk)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the Crumb Topping: Mix the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon together in a medium bowl. Stir in melted butter, then gently mix in the flour using a fork. Keep the mixture as large crumbles and do not over-mix. Set aside.
- Prepare the Muffin Batter: Whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a handheld or stand mixer, beat the butter and sugars on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides as needed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs, yogurt, and vanilla extract on medium speed for 1 minute, then increase to high until mostly combined. Scrape the bowl as necessary.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: With the mixer on low, gradually add the flour mixture and milk. Beat until no flour pockets remain. Fold in the apples.
- Fill Muffin Pan: Spoon batter into prepared cups, filling to the top. Sprinkle crumb topping on each muffin and gently press to adhere.
- Bake Muffins: Bake at 425°F for 5 minutes, then reduce oven to 350°F and bake 15–18 minutes more, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Make the Icing (Optional): Whisk together all icing ingredients and drizzle over cooled muffins.
Notes
- Apple Variety Matters: Tart apples like Granny Smith hold their shape well and balance the sweetness, while Honeycrisp adds natural sweetness. Adjust sugar if using sweeter apples.
- Temperature is Key: All refrigerated ingredients should be at room temperature so the batter mixes evenly.
- Crumb Topping Tips: Gently mix to maintain clumps; over-mixing creates a paste.
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