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Spiced Apple Muffins

These wholesome apple muffins are packed with spice and everything nice—just what you need for a cozy start to the day.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 12 muffins
Calories: 221 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ cup (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup (packed) dark brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt or Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled off
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled off
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 cups peeled cored, and finely chopped baking apples (you'll need 2 large apples)
For Topping
  • 6 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin pan with butter or spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat together the butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar until fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula.
  3. Add the egg and mix well, stopping to scrape the bowl if necessary.
  4. Beat in the yogurt. The batter will look grainy.
  5. Add the flours, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Beat on low speed until just combined. The batter will be very thick.
  6. Add the chopped apples and mix until just combined. Do not over-mix.
  7. Use an ice-cream scooper or large spoon to divide the batter evenly among the prepared muffin cups. The cups should be full. Sprinkle the 6 tablespoons of brown sugar evenly over top.
  8. Bake the muffins for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
  9. Remove the muffins from the oven, cool them for 5 minutes in the pan, then turn them out onto a rack to finish cooling completely.
  10. Freezer-Friendly Instructions:The muffins can be frozen in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag for up to 3 months. Thaw for 3 to 4 hours on the countertop before serving. To reheat, wrap individual muffins in aluminum foil and place in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven until warm.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 221kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 33g (11%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 37mg (12%) Sodium 207mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 16g (32%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12muffins

Amount Per Serving

Calories 221

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 221kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 33g 11%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 37mg 12%
Sodium 207mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 16g 32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.