Description
These Irresistible Apple Cinnamon Muffins are soft, fluffy, and bursting with warm apple flavor, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup peeled and diced apples
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and buttermilk until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the diced apples and walnuts if using.
- Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sprinkle some cinnamon sugar on top before baking.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Try substituting the apples with pears for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg