Simple Apple Muffins

Soft, moist, and bursting with warm cinnamon-spiced apple flavor, these Simple Apple Muffins are the perfect easy-to-make treat for any time of day. Packed with tender chunks of fresh apple and made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, milk, and butter, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. A hint of brown sugar on top creates a lightly caramelized finish, making these muffins an irresistible option for breakfast, brunch, or a snack. With just the right balance of sweetness and a fluffy texture, these apple muffins are a family-friendly favorite that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for using up a lone apple in your kitchen, they pair beautifully with warm tea or coffee. Bake these fresh today and enjoy the comforting aroma of homemade goodness wafting through your home!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups milk
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 medium apple, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing; the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 5

Fold in the diced apple pieces until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

If desired, sprinkle a small pinch of brown sugar on top of each muffin for a sweet, caramelized topping.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(972.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2705.5

Total Fat 110.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 494.3mg	0%
Sodium 1683.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 400.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 203.6g
Protein 39.1g	0%

Vitamin D 134.3IU	0%
Calcium 362.3mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 878.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 58.2%