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Easy Mini Apple Cinnamon Muffins

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These bite-sized apple cinnamon muffins are tender, flavorful, and perfect for freezer-friendly snacks. They balance sweetness and spice with fresh apple bits and a tender crumb.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup (56g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and finely diced (about 1 cup)
  • Pinch of cinnamon (for tossing apples)
  • 1 teaspoon flour (for tossing apples)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your mini muffin tin or line with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Peel and finely dice the apple. Toss the diced apple with a pinch of cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of flour to prevent sinking.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold the cinnamon-floured diced apples into the batter evenly.
  7. Spoon the batter into the mini muffin tin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
  8. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and tops are lightly golden.
  9. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, serve immediately or freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender. Toss diced apples with cinnamon and flour to prevent sinking. Use room temperature eggs for better batter consistency. For vegan version, substitute egg with flax egg, butter with coconut oil, and use dairy-free yogurt. Freeze muffins after cooling to avoid sogginess. Reheat frozen muffins by microwaving 20–30 seconds or toasting gently.

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