Description
Cinnamon Apple Muffins with Crumble are soft, moist muffins bursting with warm cinnamon spice and juicy apples, topped with a sweet, crunchy crumble. Perfect for breakfast or snacks, these easy-to-make muffins deliver comforting flavors with a delightful texture contrast in every bite.
Ingredients
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Muffin Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup plant-based plain yogurt
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 1/2 cups chopped firm apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped smoked turkey bacon
Crumble Topping
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cold plant-based butter
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the crumble topping: Mix brown sugar, flour, cold plant-based butter, and natural gelling agent using your fingers or a pastry blender until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Chill in the fridge to keep cool.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt to evenly distribute flavors.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk plant-based yogurt, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth for moisture and tenderness.
- Incorporate apples: Gently fold chopped apples into the wet mixture ensuring each piece is coated to distribute juicy fruit evenly.
- Combine dry and wet mixes: Add wet ingredients to dry and stir just until combined, taking care not to overmix to keep muffins tender.
- Assemble muffins: Divide batter evenly into a prepared muffin tin and generously sprinkle the chilled crumble topping over each muffin.
- Bake to perfection: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 to 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow muffins to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm apples like Granny Smith for optimal texture and flavor.
- Keep plant-based butter cold to achieve a crisp, crumbly topping.
- Stir the batter gently to avoid dense or tough muffins.
- Test doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow muffins to cool so the crumble topping sets and flavors develop.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cinnamon apple muffins, crumble topping, plant-based, vegan muffins, easy breakfast, cozy snack
