Description
These Cinnamon Apple Muffins are a cozy and flavorful breakfast treat made with fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and simple pantry ingredients. Moist and fluffy, they offer a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, ideal for mornings or a comforting snack any time of day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (natural)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup plain plant-based yogurt
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
Additional Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups fresh apples, chopped
- Pinch of natural gelling agent (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon (natural) to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents and spices throughout the batter.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the plant-based yogurt, vegetable oil, brown sugar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), and vanilla extract (natural). Stir gently until the sugar begins to dissolve and the mixture becomes smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Make a well in the dry ingredients and pour in the wet mixture. Stir just until combined; avoid overmixing to keep your muffins light and fluffy.
- Fold in the Fresh Apples: Gently fold in the chopped fresh apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed without breaking down too much, preserving tender chunks in each bite.
- Fill Muffin Tins and Bake: Divide the batter evenly among muffin cups lined with paper liners or greased with vegetable oil. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the muffins to cool for at least 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely and enjoy the perfect texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh apples for the best texture and vibrant flavor; peel them if you prefer a smoother bite.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent dense or rubbery muffins.
- Measure flour correctly by spooning it into the measuring cup and leveling it off to avoid drying out the muffins.
- Preheat your oven fully before baking for the best rise and texture.
- Add a pinch of natural gelling agent if you want a slightly firmer muffin texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cinnamon, Apple, Muffins, Vegan, Plant-based, Breakfast, Snack, Spiced, Moist, Fluffy
