Prepare for a symphony of warm, comforting flavors! This brown sugar apple muffin recipe is your ticket to creating bakery-worthy treats in your own kitchen.
Get ready to impress friends and family (and yourself!) with these irresistible, easy-to-make muffins.
Why This Recipe Works
I think you'll find that this recipe works like a charm because it's super easy and fast – even I can pull it off without messing up the whole kitchen! Dorothy from Tennessee shared it, and trust me, it's a winner. It's called "Easiest Ever MOIST Apple Cake," which says it all, doesn't it?!
This recipe uses apples and cinnamon to give it that amazing flavor!
I updated it December 6, 2024, so know it's fresh. The best part is, it makes 12 servings and you only need like 15 minutes to prep it; then it bakes for 50 minutes to an hour at 350F (180C).
Plus, you don't need a fancy electric mixer to make the batter, which is pretty cool, right?! The result is moist, spiced cake, and it's super tasty.
Key Ingredients
Next, we have the brown sugar—it adds sweetness and moisture. And what about spices you ask? Cinnamon,cloves, and even a little ginger can give your muffins that warm, cozy feel. Seriously, it is what makes apple muffins, yummy.
About the flour, I would tell to be mindful of them, because they add properties to the batter. The type of flour you use can affect the final muffin texture.
- It is recommended that wholemeal flour is used.
- White flour, on the other hand, changes the structure.
- Gluten-free flour can be used for the recipe.
Finally, don't forget the fat – oil or butter, or even a combo. Now, let's get cooking!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Alright, ready to turn those awesome ingredients into muffins? I'll walk you through it! First, you'll preheat your oven to 180C—that's 350F.
Next, in a bowl, I always whisk the dry ingredients together until they're friends. We're talking flour, salt, spices, and brown sugar here.
In another bowl, I like to blend the wet ingredients. Mix up melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until it's smooth!
Now, pour the wet stuff into the dry and gently combine. Don't overmix! Fold in those diced apples last.
I then fill your muffin liners about 2/3 full. Bake these bad boys for around 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let them cool before you partake – otherwise, you'll burn your tongue!
Tips for Success
To nail these apple muffins every single time, I've got a few tricks up my sleeve that will help you bake the best muffins ever. First of all, don't overmix the batter – seriously, a few lumps are totally fine, even preferable! Overmixing leads to tough muffins and nobody wants that. Speaking of batter, make sure your wet and dry ingredients are just combined!
For even baking, I always rotate the muffin tin halfway through, and I always use a toothpick to check for doneness! If it comes out clean, you're golden.
Here are more things that guarantee your muffins achieve next-level status:
** Use room temperature ingredients.
Don't skip the brown sugar**.
* Don't overfill the muffin cups – aim for about 2/3 full!
Trust me, if you follow these little pearls of wisdom, you'll be baking up a storm of deliciousness in no time!
Variations and Serving Suggestions
Since you've nailed down the basics, let's jazz things up a bit with some fun variations and serving ideas!
Try adding a streusel topping – mix 1/4 cup flour, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces. Sprinkle it on top before baking. It's like a crumbly hug for your muffin!
For a nutty twist, add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter. I love the crunch!
Serve these warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You won't regret it! Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
Want to get fancy? Drizzle with caramel sauce. Ooh la la! And if you're feeling extra, a sprinkle of cinnamon never hurts! Now go forth and bake some magic!
Short Recipe Version
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped apple
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, combine oil, milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and gently mix until almost combined.
- Fold in chopped apple.
- Fill muffin cups about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating halfway through, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition Information (per serving, estimated):
- Calories: 250
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 12g