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Soft Apple Cinnamon Muffins for Breakfast Recipe

Soft Apple Cinnamon Muffins for Breakfast Recipe
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These Soft Apple Cinnamon Muffins are a delightful breakfast treat featuring tender, moist muffins bursting with diced apples and warm cinnamon spice. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and a tender crumb, they make an ideal morning pick-me-up or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Fruit

  • 1 ½ cups peeled and diced apples

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. This evenly distributes the leavening agents and spices throughout the flour.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with the melted butter, granulated sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring a uniform batter.
  4. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the muffins. Then fold in the peeled and diced apples carefully to distribute them evenly.
  5. Fill Muffin Cups and Bake: Divide the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cups. Place in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature for maximum flavor and softness.

Notes

  • Use tart apple varieties like Granny Smith for a balance of sweetness and tang.
  • Substitute milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
  • For extra texture, add ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep muffins tender and soft.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.

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Keywords: apple cinnamon muffins, breakfast muffins, soft muffins, easy muffin recipe, fall baking

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