Cinnamon Apple Muffins
Moist, fluffy muffins bursting with fresh apple chunks and warm cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large Granny Smith applepeeled and diced small
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease with butter.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- 3
In another bowl, whisk together milk, oil, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- 4
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined. Don't overmix.
- 5
Fold in diced apple pieces gently.
- 6
Divide batter evenly among muffin cups. Bake 18-20 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- 7
Cool in pan 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
💡 Pro Tips
Don't overmix the batter - lumps are okay! This keeps muffins tender. Dice apples small so they distribute evenly.
🔄 Variations
Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans. Try a streusel topping made with butter, flour, and brown sugar.
🏠 Storage
Store in airtight container for 3 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.