Moist Apple Streusel Muffins
These moist and flavorful muffins combine the sweet taste of apples with a crisp streusel topping. By substituting traditional ingredients with lower-fat alternatives such as skim milk and unsweetened applesauce, these muffins maintain a delicious texture while being more health-conscious. Perfect for breakfast or a delicious snack, they are an irresistible treat.
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Servings
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Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
brown sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons
margarine
1 tablespoon
ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon
all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups
white sugar
1/2 cup
baking powder
1 tablespoon
salt
1/2 teaspoon
egg
1 (beaten)
skim milk
2/3 cup
unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup
apple
3/4 cup (shredded)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin with liners or by lightly greasing it.
2
In a small bowl, make the streusel topping by combining the brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, margarine, and cinnamon. Mix until the mixture becomes crumbly and set aside.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the remaining 1 1/2 cups of flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir to mix all the dry ingredients thoroughly.
4
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients, ready for the wet ingredients.
5
In another bowl, lightly beat the egg (or egg substitute). Add the skim milk, applesauce, and shredded apple, mixing until well combined.
6
Pour the wet mixture into the well of the dry ingredients. Stir gently just until the mixture is moistened. Be careful not to overmix.
7
Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
8
Sprinkle the reserved streusel topping evenly over the muffins.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
10
Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Moist Apple Streusel Muffins.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How many muffins does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to fill a 12-cup muffin tin.
What ingredients are used for the streusel topping?
The topping consists of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, margarine, and ground cinnamon.
How do I prepare the muffin tin?
You can prepare the 12-cup muffin tin by using liners or by lightly greasing it.
What are the dry ingredients for the muffin batter?
The dry ingredients include 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt.
What are the wet ingredients in this recipe?
The wet ingredients are a beaten egg, skim milk, unsweetened applesauce, and shredded apple.
How is the streusel topping prepared?
Combine the brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of flour, margarine, and cinnamon in a small bowl and mix until crumbly.
How should the dry ingredients be combined?
Stir the flour, white sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a large mixing bowl and create a well in the center.
How do I mix the wet ingredients?
In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg, then add the skim milk, applesauce, and shredded apple, mixing until well combined.
What is the proper way to combine the wet and dry mixtures?
Pour the wet mixture into the well of the dry ingredients and stir gently just until moistened.
Why should I avoid overmixing the batter?
Overmixing can result in a tougher texture; you should only stir until the mixture is just moistened.
How much batter should be placed in each muffin cup?
Each muffin cup should be filled about 3/4 full with batter.
When do I add the streusel topping to the muffins?
Sprinkle the reserved streusel topping evenly over the muffins after filling the cups with batter but before baking.
What is the baking time for these muffins?
Bake the muffins for 15 to 20 minutes.
How can I tell if the muffins are done?
The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
What should I do once the muffins are finished baking?
Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
What makes these muffins lower in fat?
The recipe uses lower-fat alternatives like skim milk and unsweetened applesauce instead of traditional higher-fat ingredients.
What type of applesauce is required?
The recipe specifically calls for unsweetened applesauce.
How should the apple be prepared for this recipe?
The apple should be shredded to equal a measurement of 3/4 cup.
What kind of milk is used?
The recipe uses skim milk.
Is an egg substitute allowed?
Yes, the instructions mention you can use a lightly beaten egg or an egg substitute.
What type of flour is used in both the batter and topping?
All-purpose flour is used for both parts of the recipe.
What type of sugar is used in the streusel?
Packed brown sugar is used for the streusel topping.
What type of sugar is used in the muffin batter?
White sugar is used in the main muffin batter.
Are these muffins suitable for breakfast?
Yes, they are described as being perfect for breakfast or as a delicious snack.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include quick breads, apple muffins, lower fat, breakfast, snack, and easy recipe.
Is there cinnamon in the muffins?
Yes, 1/8 teaspoon of ground cinnamon is included in the streusel topping.
How much margarine is needed?
You will need 1 tablespoon of margarine for the topping.
What leavening agent is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of baking powder as a leavening agent.