Cinnamon Apple Nut Muffins
Start your morning with a burst of cozy, autumnal flavors by baking these Cinnamon Apple Nut Muffins that perfectly blend tender apple chunks, warm cinnamon spice, and crunchy nuts. Moist and fluffy, these homemade muffins are easy to whip up in just 40 minutes, making them an ideal treat for busy mornings, afternoon snacks, or weekend brunches. Sweetened with a duo of granulated and brown sugar for a depth of flavor, each bite is irresistibly enhanced by the optional coarse sugar topping for a delightful crunch. Packed with diced apples and your choice of walnuts or pecans, these muffins strike the perfect balance between sweet and nutty. Plus, their versatility allows you to enjoy them warm or at room temperature, ensuring they’ll be a crowd-pleaser any time of year. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this quick and satisfying recipe promises impeccable results every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 large eggs
- 0.75 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 0.5 cups chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans)
- 2 tablespoons coarse sugar (for topping, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently stir until just incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
Fold in the diced apples and chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
If desired, sprinkle the tops of the muffins with coarse sugar for added texture and sweetness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3388 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.6 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.7 g | 364% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 656 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 2316 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 461.0 g | 168% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 252.7 g | ||
| Protein | 55.2 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 467 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1340 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
