Name: The Best Apple Crumb Muffins: Warm, Comforting, and Irresistible
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: PT-487549H19M15S
Total time: PT-487549H19M15S
Yield: undefined
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (57g/2 ounces) all-purpose flour (for crumb topping); 1/4 cup (50g/1 and 3/4 ounces) granulated sugar (for crumb topping); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for crumb topping); 1/8 teaspoon salt (for crumb topping); 1/4 cup (57g/2 ounces) unsalted butter, melted (for crumb topping); 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour (for muffins); 3 teaspoons baking powder (for muffins); 2 teaspoons apple pie spice (for muffins); 1/2 teaspoon salt (for muffins); 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, room temperature (for muffins); 1 cup (199g) granulated sugar (for muffins); 1/4 cup (53g) light brown sugar, packed (for muffins); 2 large eggs, room temperature (for muffins); 1 large egg yolk, room temperature (for muffins); 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for muffins); 1/2 cup (113ml) buttermilk, room temperature (for muffins); 1/2 cup (113g) full-fat sour cream, room temperature (for muffins); 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped (for muffins); Honey, for serving (optional)

Description

These Apple Crumb Muffins are the perfect combination of soft, flavorful muffins and a crunchy, buttery crumb topping. With the natural sweetness of apples, the warmth of apple pie spice, and a generous layer of crumbly streusel, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.

Ingredients

1/2 cup (57g/2 ounces) all-purpose flour (for crumb topping)

1/4 cup (50g/1 and 3/4 ounces) granulated sugar (for crumb topping)

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for crumb topping)

1/8 teaspoon salt (for crumb topping)

1/4 cup (57g/2 ounces) unsalted butter, melted (for crumb topping)

3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour (for muffins)

3 teaspoons baking powder (for muffins)

2 teaspoons apple pie spice (for muffins)

1/2 teaspoon salt (for muffins)

1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, room temperature (for muffins)

1 cup (199g) granulated sugar (for muffins)

1/4 cup (53g) light brown sugar, packed (for muffins)

2 large eggs, room temperature (for muffins)

1 large egg yolk, room temperature (for muffins)

2 teaspoons vanilla extract (for muffins)

1/2 cup (113ml) buttermilk, room temperature (for muffins)

1/2 cup (113g) full-fat sour cream, room temperature (for muffins)

2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped (for muffins)

Honey, for serving (optional)

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Instructions

**For the Buttery Crumb Topping:** In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture just comes together. Chill the topping while preparing the muffin batter.
**For the Muffins:** Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, apple pie spice, and salt.
In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium-low speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs and egg yolk, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the vanilla, buttermilk, and sour cream.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined. Gently fold in the chopped apples.
Divide the batter evenly among the 12 muffin cups. Sprinkle the chilled crumb topping generously over the muffin batter, pressing it down lightly.
Bake for 22-24 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Cool for 15 minutes in the tin, then transfer to a wire rack.
If desired, drizzle with honey before serving. Enjoy warm!

Notes

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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 22-24 minutes
Category: Baked Goods
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 320 kcal
Sugar: 28 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Fat: 15 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg