Cinnamon-Apple Nut Mini Muffins with Sweet Crunch Topping
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Cinnamon-Apple Nut Mini Muffins! Bursting with the natural sweetness of diced apples and the rich crunch of walnuts, each muffin provides a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Topped with a delectable brown sugar-cinnamon blend, these mini muffins make a fantastic breakfast treat or a sweet snack for any time of day. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, this recipe yields about 30-32 delightful mini muffins that your family will love. Enjoy these freshly baked delights warm, or store them for a quick grab-and-go treat throughout the week!
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Servings
156
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flour
2 cups (Sifted)
Sugar
1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons (Divided, to taste)
Baking Powder
3 teaspoons (Slightly heaping)
Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Cold Butter
1/2 cup (Cut into small pieces)
Apple
1 large (Peeled and diced)
Walnuts
1/3 cup (Chopped)
Egg
1 large (Beaten)
Half-and-Half Cream or Milk
2/3 cup
Cinnamon (for topping)
1 teaspoon
Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Line 16 mini muffin tins with paper liners to prevent sticking.
3
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
4
Cut the cold butter into the dry mixture using a pastry blender, until it resembles coarse crumbs. Remember to reserve 1/4 cup of this mixture for the topping.
5
Fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts to the flour mixture until evenly distributed.
6
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and half-and-half cream until smooth. Pour this mixture into the flour mixture and stir gently, just until combined. Be careful not to overmix; a lumpy batter is perfect!
7
Spoon the batter into the lined muffin tins, filling each about 2/3 full.
8
In the bowl with the reserved butter mixture, add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar. Toss the mixture to combine, creating your sweet topping.
9
Sprinkle the topping generously over each muffin in the tins.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11
Allow the muffins to cool for a few minutes in the tins before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
7.5g
Fat
22.5g
Carbs
1.9g
Protein
0.6g
Fiber
7.5g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Cinnamon-Apple Nut Mini Muffins with Sweet Crunch Topping.
How many mini muffins does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields about 30-32 delightful mini muffins.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
How should the muffin tins be prepared?
Line the mini muffin tins with paper liners to prevent sticking.
What are the primary dry ingredients to be sifted together?
The primary dry ingredients are flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt.
How is the butter incorporated into the dry mixture?
Cut the cold butter into the dry mixture using a pastry blender until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Should the butter be cold or at room temperature?
The recipe calls for cold butter cut into small pieces.
How much of the butter/flour mixture should be reserved for the topping?
You should reserve 1/4 cup of the butter and dry ingredient mixture for the topping.
What type of fruit is included in these muffins?
The muffins contain one large peeled and diced apple.
What type of nuts are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1/3 cup of chopped walnuts.
What liquid ingredients are required?
The liquid ingredients consist of one beaten egg and 2/3 cup of half-and-half cream or milk.
What is the recommended consistency of the muffin batter?
The batter should be stirred gently just until combined; a lumpy batter is perfect.
How full should the muffin tins be filled?
Fill each muffin tin about 2/3 full with the batter.
What ingredients make up the sweet crunch topping?
The topping is made from the reserved butter mixture, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 2 tablespoons of brown sugar.
How long do the mini muffins need to bake?
Bake the muffins for 15-20 minutes.
How can I tell if the muffins are fully cooked?
They are done when they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the best way to cool the muffins?
Allow them to cool in the tins for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
How many calories are in one muffin?
Each muffin contains approximately 156 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 7.5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in each muffin?
Each muffin contains 22.5 grams of carbohydrates.
How much protein is provided in each muffin?
There is 1.9 grams of protein in each serving.
What is the fiber content of the muffins?
Each muffin provides about 0.6 grams of fiber.
How much total sugar is in one muffin?
There are 7.5 grams of sugar per muffin.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 12 specific ingredients.
Can I use milk instead of half-and-half cream?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 2/3 cup of half-and-half cream or milk.
Should the flour be prepared in a specific way?
Yes, the flour should be sifted before mixing with other dry ingredients.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include apple muffins, mini muffins, cinnamon, nuts, quick bread, baking, healthy snacks, and family recipe.
Is this recipe suitable for breakfast?
Yes, these muffins make a fantastic breakfast treat or a sweet snack.
How should the apple be prepared?
The apple should be peeled and diced into small pieces.
Can these muffins be stored for later?
Yes, you can store them for a quick grab-and-go treat throughout the week.