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Apple Butter Muffins Recipe

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These Apple Butter Muffins are a delightful treat combining a moist, tender crumb with a sweet and spiced apple butter filling, all topped with a crunchy walnut streusel and a light apple cider glaze. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack, they offer a perfect balance of warm cinnamon flavor and rich apple sweetness.

Ingredients

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Muffin Batter

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (260 grams)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder (4 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda (5 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (2 grams)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup milk (6 ounces)
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil (4 ounces)

Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (65 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon (2 grams)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (105 grams)
  • 1/2 cup walnuts (finely chopped)
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter (softened)

Additional Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup apple butter
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2–4 tablespoons apple cider (or heavy cream)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Batter: In a small bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, and vegetable oil. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure tender muffins.
  2. Make the Streusel: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cinnamon, brown sugar, and chopped walnuts. Cut in the softened butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture becomes crumbly and the butter is fully incorporated.
  3. Assemble the Muffins: Preheat oven to 425ºF and spray jumbo muffin tins with cooking spray. Spoon about a heaping tablespoon of muffin batter into the bottom of each muffin cup. Add a tablespoon of apple butter over the batter, then sprinkle some streusel topping on top of the apple butter layer. Next, evenly distribute the remaining batter over the streusel and finish by sprinkling the remaining streusel on top of each muffin.
  4. Bake the Muffins: Bake the muffins at 425ºF for 5 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375ºF and continue baking for an additional 13 to 15 minutes. The muffins are done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  5. Prepare the Glaze and Finish: While the muffins are baking, mix the powdered sugar with apple cider (or heavy cream) until smooth. Once the muffins have cooled slightly, drizzle the glaze over the tops using a spoon.
  6. Store: Once completely cooled, store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the muffin batter to keep muffins tender and fluffy.
  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans or omit nuts for a nut-free option.
  • Use apple cider or heavy cream for the glaze depending on your flavor preference.
  • For smaller muffins, adjust baking time accordingly (about 2-4 minutes less).
  • Muffins are best consumed within 2-3 days but can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Keywords: apple butter muffins, streusel muffins, breakfast muffins, apple cinnamon muffins, walnut streusel, glazed muffins

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