Baked Apple Cinnamon Muffins with Nutty Oat Topping
Celebrate the flavors of fall with these tender, moist apple cinnamon muffins. Studded with sweet grated apples and spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, they're topped with a crunchy, buttery oat and nut streusel for a delightful textural contrast.
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease or line a 12-cup muffin tin.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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In a separate bowl, combine the egg, milk, oil, and applesauce. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined, then fold in the grated apple.
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Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling them about two-thirds full.
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For the topping, in a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and flour. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture is crumbly. Stir in the oats and chopped nuts. Sprinkle the topping evenly over the muffin batter.
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Bake for 18-22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 12 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
