Snickerdoodle Apple Muffins

Warm, cozy, and irresistibly spiced, Snickerdoodle Apple Muffins combine the nostalgic flavors of cinnamon-sugar snickerdoodles with the sweet, juicy bites of fresh apple. These tender muffins are packed with diced apples—perfectly complemented by the buttery batter infused with cinnamon and vanilla. The crowning glory is a generous sprinkle of cinnamon-sugar topping that bakes into a delightful crust, making each bite both crunchy and moist. Ready in just 40 minutes, these muffins are an effortless treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Plus, they’re made with simple pantry staples like flour, brown sugar, and milk, making this recipe as accessible as it is delicious. Ideal for fans of easy apple desserts and homemade baked goods, these muffins are a must-try for the fall season or anytime you're craving warm, spiced comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for batter)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar (for batter)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
• 0.25 cup packed brown sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup whole milk
• 1.5 cups apple, peeled, cored, and diced (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine 0.75 cup granulated sugar, brown sugar, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually mix in the dry ingredients alternately with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the diced apples using a spatula until evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 7

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

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to create the topping.

Step 9

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture generously over the tops of each muffin.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 11

Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1201.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3082.5

Total Fat 114.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 652.3mg	0%
Sodium 2321.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 478.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 278.6g
Protein 44.9g	0%

Vitamin D 160.5IU	0%
Calcium 460.6mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 1137.6mg	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: 33.1%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 61.2%