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Apple Snickerdoodle Muffins Recipe

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Delight in these moist and flavorful Apple Snickerdoodle Muffins, featuring tender diced Granny Smith apples infused with warm cinnamon and a buttery cinnamon-sugar topping. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these muffins combine the nostalgic taste of snickerdoodle cookies with the fruity freshness of apples.

  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 16 muffins

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup buttermilk
  • 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled, cored, and diced

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon

Topping

  • 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper or silicone liners, or lightly coat it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the vegetable oil and granulated sugar. Add the eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, stirring until everything is well incorporated. Gently fold in the diced Granny Smith apple for a fresh fruity texture.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon to ensure even distribution of leavening and spices.
  4. Make the batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet apple mixture. Stir until just combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the muffins tender and light.
  5. Fill muffin cups: Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full to allow room for rising without spilling over.
  6. Bake the muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 16-18 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool the muffins: Remove the muffins from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly, preparing them for the topping application.
  8. Prepare and apply topping: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the classic snickerdoodle topping. Brush the muffin tops with melted butter, then dip each into the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated to add a sweet and crunchy finish.
  9. Serve and enjoy: Allow the muffins to cool enough to handle, then serve fresh and enjoy this warm, cinnamon-spiced treat.

Notes

  • For best results, avoid overmixing the batter to keep muffins tender.
  • Use Granny Smith apples for a tart contrast, but you can substitute with your favorite apple variety.
  • Ensure muffins cool slightly before applying topping to avoid melting it too much.
  • Store leftover muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat muffins gently in the microwave to enjoy them warm again.
  • Author: Chef
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://avascooking.com/apple-snickerdoodle-muffins-recipe/