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Cinnamon Streusel Muffins From Your Oven Today Recipe

Cinnamon Streusel Muffins From Your Oven Today Recipe
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Enjoy warm, fluffy Cinnamon Streusel Muffins bursting with tender apple pieces and topped with a sweet, crumbly cinnamon streusel. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, these muffins blend classic flavors with a delightful texture.

Ingredients

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Muffin Batter

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped apples (about 1 medium apple)

Streusel Topping

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a 12-cup muffin pan with paper liners to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk the large egg, milk, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and blended.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently just until moistened; the batter should be slightly lumpy to keep the muffins tender. Overmixing can make them tough.
  5. Add Apples: Gently fold the chopped apples into the batter ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking them down.
  6. Prepare Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, packed light brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Incorporate the cold butter pieces using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
  7. Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the muffin batter evenly among the 12 paper-lined cups, filling each about ¾ full to allow space for rising.
  8. Add Streusel: Sprinkle a generous portion of the prepared streusel topping over each muffin cup to create a crunchy cinnamon crust.
  9. Bake: Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a wooden skewer into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean or with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  10. Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5-7 minutes to set, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm for best flavor.

Notes

  • Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance of sweet and tart flavors.
  • Do not overmix the batter to ensure soft, fluffy muffins.
  • Cold butter is key for a crumbly streusel topping texture.
  • These muffins freeze well; freeze fully cooled muffins and thaw at room temperature.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.

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