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Welcome to the delightful world of baking, where the aroma of freshly baked goods fills your kitchen with warmth and comfort. Today, we invite you to explore our irresistible moist apple cinnamon muffins, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients that create a delicious treat for any time of the day. These muffins are not only ideal for breakfast but also serve as a delightful afternoon snack, making them a versatile addition to your baking repertoire.

Irresistible Moist Apple Cinnamon Muffins for Fall

Bake up a batch of these irresistible moist apple cinnamon muffins for a delightful treat! With a perfect blend of spices and juicy apples, these muffins are easy to make and packed with flavor. The recipe calls for simple ingredients like flour, brown sugar, and buttermilk, making them a cozy addition to your breakfast or snack time. Top them with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar for an extra touch. Enjoy fresh out of the oven or save some for later!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp baking powder

1 tsp ground cinnamon

¼ tsp ground nutmeg

½ tsp salt

½ cup unsalted butter, softened

¾ cup brown sugar, packed

½ cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)

2 cups peeled and diced apples (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)

½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

1 tbsp granulated sugar (for topping)

½ tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it.

    Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

      Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

        Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Pour in the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.

          Mix in Buttermilk: Alternately add the dry mixture and the buttermilk into the butter mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined.

            Fold in Apples and Nuts: Gently fold in the diced apples and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

              Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.

                Prepare Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the muffin batter in each cup.

                  Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

                    Cool and Serve: Let the muffins cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature!

                      Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35-40 minutes | Servings: 12 muffins