Description

These Apple Crumble Muffins are everything you love about fall wrapped into one warm, tender, cinnamon-kissed treat. Filled with juicy diced apples and topped with a buttery cinnamon streusel, they strike the perfect balance between sweet and cozy. Whether you’re making breakfast special or preparing an afternoon snack, these muffins bring homemade bakery charm right to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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For the Crumble Topping:

¾ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
2 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Muffins:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground nutmeg
1½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ cup packed light brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 stick unsalted butter (113 g), room temperature
¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup milk
1½ cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
Make the crumble: combine flour, sugars, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter until crumbly. Set aside.
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
In another bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix in eggs, sour cream, and vanilla.
Add half the dry mix, then milk, then remaining dry ingredients—mix just until combined.
Fold in diced apples gently.
Spoon batter into muffin cups ¾ full. Top generously with crumble.
Bake 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Cool before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing and rise.

Dice apples finely for even texture.

Streusel topping can be made in bulk and frozen.

Serve warm with yogurt or butter for extra indulgence.

Great for meal prep—freezer-friendly and quick to reheat.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Desserts
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American