Apple Crumble Muffin
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5
Apple Crumble Muffin
Description
Apple Crumble Muffins feature a moist batter enriched with buttermilk and butter, providing a tender crumb. The apples are finely chopped to distribute fruit flavor throughout the muffin, complemented by cinnamon, ground ginger, and a touch of allspice for warmth. The topping, with rolled oats and brown sugar mixed with melted butter, creates a crunchy contrast atop the soft muffins once baked. Baking at 375 degrees Fahrenheit ensures the muffins cook through with a light springy top that signals doneness.
The balance of whole wheat and all-purpose flours delivers a texture that is hearty yet delicate, while the mild spices help enhance the natural sweetness of the apples. These muffins work well as a breakfast item or alongside tea or coffee for a satisfying snack. Because the apples are folded in gently, the batter remains somewhat airy, preventing the muffins from becoming dense.
Ingredients
Muffins:
- 1 egg
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup brown sugar packed
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon allspice
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ cups apple 1 med apple = 3/4 c chopped, so about 2-3 apples, depending on size, chopped
Topping:
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 Tablespoons rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 Tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Line a 12 cup muffin pan with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, butter, vanilla, and brown sugar, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
- Use a food processor to chop the apples.
- Mix flour, baking soda and spices until well combined. Add to the liquid mix and stir until just combined.
- Gently fold in apples. Don’t worry if the mixture seems somewhat “fluffy.”
- Use a scoop or tablespoon to fill each muffin cup a generous ¾ full.
- To make the topping, stir together brown sugar, flour, rolled oats, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Mix in the melted butter (I used my fingers) until well blended. Sprinkle over the tops of the muffins.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until the tops of the muffins spring back when lightly pressed. Do not overbake.
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Overall Rating
5
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