Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble Muffins
Delight in the warm flavors of fall with these Cinnamon Apple Walnut Crumble Muffins. This recipe combines tart diced apples with crunchy walnuts and a spicy cinnamon streusel topping, making every bite a delicious experience. Easy to prepare and perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, these muffins are sure to impress family and friends. Serve them warm with a dollop of butter or enjoy them plain. Whip up a batch and fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of baked apples and nutty goodness.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
chopped walnuts
1/2 cup (chopped)
all-purpose flour
1/3 cup (for streusel topping)
granulated sugar
3 tablespoons (for streusel topping)
butter
2 1/2 tablespoons (room temperature for streusel topping)
cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon (for streusel topping)
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups (for muffin batter)
granulated sugar
1/2 cup (for muffin batter)
baking powder
2 teaspoons
cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons
allspice
1/2 teaspoon
baking soda
1/4 teaspoon
salt
1/4 teaspoon
large eggs
2 (beaten)
Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 cup
butter
1/4 cup (melted)
diced apple
1 cup (e.g. Granny Smith)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Prepare a muffin tin by buttering each cup or lining it with muffin liners to prevent sticking.
3
In a medium bowl, combine the streusel topping ingredients: chopped walnuts, flour, sugar, butter, and cinnamon. Mix with a fork and then crumble ingredients together with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry muffin ingredients: flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, allspice, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
5
In a separate bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together until slightly beaten. Add the Greek yogurt (or sour cream) and melted butter; whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
6
Gently fold in the diced apple into the wet mixture.
7
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Using a spatula, fold the batter together until just combined; be careful not to overmix, as some lumps are okay.
8
Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full. Evenly distribute about 2 teaspoons of the streusel topping over each muffin.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary flavors of these muffins?
The muffins feature warm fall flavors combining tart diced apples, crunchy walnuts, and a spicy cinnamon streusel topping.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
How should I prepare the muffin tin?
You can prepare the muffin tin by either buttering each cup or lining it with muffin liners to prevent the batter from sticking.
What ingredients are in the streusel topping?
The streusel topping consists of 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 3 tablespoons granulated sugar, 2 1/2 tablespoons room temperature butter, and 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon.
How do you mix the streusel ingredients?
Mix the ingredients with a fork and then crumble them together with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
What dry ingredients are needed for the muffin batter?
The dry ingredients include 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon allspice, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Which wet ingredients are required for the batter?
The wet ingredients include 2 large eggs, 1 cup of Greek yogurt or sour cream, and 1/4 cup of melted butter.
Can I use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt?
Yes, the recipe allows for either 1 cup of Greek yogurt or 1 cup of sour cream.
What kind of apples should I use for this recipe?
The recipe suggests using 1 cup of diced apple, specifically recommending a variety like Granny Smith.
How should the eggs be prepared before adding them to the batter?
The eggs should be cracked into a bowl and whisked until they are slightly beaten before adding other wet ingredients.
How do I combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and use a spatula to fold the batter together until just combined.
Is it okay if there are lumps in the batter?
Yes, it is important not to overmix the batter; having some lumps is perfectly fine.
How full should I fill the muffin cups?
Each muffin cup should be filled about 2/3 full with the batter.
How much streusel topping goes on each muffin?
Distribute about 2 teaspoons of the streusel topping evenly over each muffin before baking.
How long do the muffins need to bake?
Bake the muffins for 25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
How can I tell if the muffins are fully cooked?
The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
What is the cooling process for these muffins?
Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
What occasions are these muffins suitable for?
These muffins are perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or as a dessert.
How is it recommended to serve these muffins?
They are delicious served warm with a dollop of butter or can be enjoyed plain.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are a total of 16 ingredients used across the batter and the topping.
What spice other than cinnamon is used in the batter?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of allspice to enhance the fall flavor profile.
Is the butter for the streusel melted or room temperature?
For the streusel topping, the butter should be at room temperature; for the batter, the butter should be melted.
Does this recipe use baking soda, baking powder, or both?
The recipe uses both 2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda.
How are the walnuts prepared for the topping?
The walnuts should be chopped into small pieces before being mixed into the streusel.
What is the primary leavening agent for these muffins?
The muffins use a combination of baking powder, baking soda, and eggs to rise.
When should the apples be added to the mix?
Gently fold the diced apples into the wet mixture before combining the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients.
What is the texture of the streusel topping?
The streusel topping provides a crunchy, coarse texture that complements the soft muffin.
Can I use granulated sugar for both the batter and the topping?
Yes, granulated sugar is used in both the streusel topping (3 tablespoons) and the muffin batter (1/2 cup).
How much salt is included in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/4 teaspoon of salt in the dry muffin ingredients.
Are these muffins considered a quick bread?
Yes, based on the tags, these muffins are categorized under the quick bread style of baking.