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Apple Cider Streusel Muffins Recipe

Apple Cider Streusel Muffins Recipe
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These Apple Cider Streusel Muffins are moist, tender, and bursting with fresh apple flavor complemented by warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices. Topped with a buttery, crumbly streusel, these muffins are perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

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Muffin Batter

  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup diced apples (about 2 medium apples)

Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners to ensure easy removal and clean-up.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the apple cider, eggs, and melted unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
  4. Make Muffin Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make muffins tough.
  5. Prepare Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add the cold, cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  6. Add Apples and Fill Muffin Cups: Gently fold the diced apples into the muffin batter. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full, then generously sprinkle the streusel topping over each muffin.
  7. Bake and Cool: Bake the muffins for 18 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fresh and crisp apples such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for the diced apples.
  • The batter should just be combined; avoid overmixing to keep muffins tender and light.
  • If you prefer a stronger apple cider flavor, reduce the amount of apple cider slightly and add a tablespoon of apple cider vinegar for a subtle tang.
  • The streusel topping can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Store muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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