Best 6 Caramel Apple Muffins Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of caramel apple muffins, where the tantalizing aroma of sweet caramel embraces the delicate crunch of crisp apples, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. These muffins are more than just a morning treat; they are an embodiment of comfort, warmth, and pure indulgence. As you embark on this culinary adventure, we will guide you through the wonderful world of caramel apple muffins, unveiling the secrets to crafting these delectable gems that will turn your kitchen into a haven of baking bliss. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a journey that will leave your taste buds craving more!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL APPLE MUFFINS



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These muffins are perfect for anyone who loves caramel apples. They are particularly good with breakfast or during a coffee break. -Therese Puckett, Shreveport, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, room temperature
1 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped peeled tart apple
12 caramels, chopped
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup quick-cooking oats
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, butter and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in apple and caramels. , Fill 12 paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. , Bake at 350° until a toothpick inserted in the cake portion comes out clean, 20-25 minutes. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

UPSIDE-DOWN CARAMEL APPLE MUFFINS



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I've made these a couple different times and they have been an absolute hit - like a there-were-none-left hit. Soft and tender apples covered in a caramel glaze are the stars of this show! Haven't tried it yet, but vanilla ice cream probably wouldn't be a bad idea!

Provided by Benjamin Ray Cummings

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Apple Muffin Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 baking apples, peeled and sliced
½ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter
1 pinch salt
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
¾ teaspoon apple pie spice
¼ teaspoon baking soda
⅛ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, melted
¾ cup applesauce
3 tablespoons buttermilk
1 egg, lightly beaten
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Stir apples, brown sugar, butter, and salt in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and syrupy, about 30 minutes. Stir in walnuts.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a muffin tin; divide apple mixture among muffin cups.
  • Whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder, apple pie spice, baking soda, and salt together in a large bowl. Make a small well in the center and set aside.
  • Combine butter, applesauce, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour into the well in the flour mixture. Mix until just combined; batter should be lumpy. Pour batter over apple mixture in the muffin cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Run a knife around the edges of each muffin. Carefully flip pan onto a serving platter; serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.5 g, Cholesterol 66.5 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 256.2 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

CARAMEL APPLE DOUGHNUT MUFFINS



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Welcome autumn and Halloween into your kitchen with these muffins. The recipe will remind you of cinnamon-sugar cake doughnuts. -Julie Ruble, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 dozen (scant 1 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 21

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 large egg
3/4 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 medium apple, peeled and finely chopped (about 1 cup)
CARAMEL SAUCE:
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, warmed
2 tablespoons creme fraiche or sour cream
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
COATING:
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and nutmeg. In another bowl, whisk egg, milk, oil and vanilla until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. Fold in apple., Fill greased mini-muffin cups three-fourths full. Bake 15-17 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks., Meanwhile, for caramel sauce, in a small heavy saucepan, combine sugar and water; stir gently to moisten all the sugar. Cook over medium heat, gently swirling pan occasionally, until syrup turns a medium amber color, about 8-10 minutes., Remove from heat; gradually stir in warm cream. Transfer to a small bowl; place bowl in an ice-water bath, stirring frequently until cooled, about 5 minutes. Remove bowl from ice water. Whisk in creme fraiche, vanilla and salt., For coating, combine sugar and cinnamon. Dip tops of warm muffins in butter, then coat in cinnamon-sugar. Serve muffins with caramel sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

CARAMEL APPLE MUFFINS



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My 6 year old granddaughter, Hannah and I baked these Saturday morning and they are wonderful!!! Another great recipe from Taste of home. Photo and recipe from Taste of Home.

Provided by Ann Simmons

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 17

ingredients:
2 c all-purpose flour
3/4 c sugar
2 tsp baking powder
2 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt
1 egg
1 c 2% milk
1/4 c butter melted
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 c chopped peeled tart apple
12 caramels. chopped
topping:
1/2 c packed brown sugar
1/4 c quick-cooking oats
3 Tbsp butter, melted
1 tsp ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and salt. In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, butter and vanilla. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in apple and caramels.
  • 2. Fill paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter.
  • 3. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the cake portion comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

CARAMEL-APPLE MUFFINS



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If caramel apples are a favorite, try these muffins with the same great flavors!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 box Betty Crocker™ apple streusel muffin mix
3/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 egg
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons caramel topping

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F. Place paper baking cup in each of 12 regular-size muffin cups.
  • In medium bowl, stir Muffin Mix, milk, oil, egg and pecans just until blended. Divide batter among muffin cups (each about two-thirds full).
  • Squeeze equal amount of Apple Filling onto center of batter in each muffin cup. Using tip of teaspoon, slightly press filling into batter. Sprinkle with Streusel.
  • Bake 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 5 minutes; remove from pan. Drizzle about 1/2 teaspoon caramel topping onto center of each muffin. (If topping is too thick to drizzle, place in small microwavable bowl and microwave uncovered on High 10 seconds. Stir; drizzle on center of each muffin.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Muffin, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 1/2 g

UPSIDE-DOWN CARAMEL-APPLE MUFFINS



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Categories     Breakfast     Bake     Muffin

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 16

FOR THE APPLE TOPPING
3 apples (about 1 1/2 pounds), peeled, cored and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
Pinch kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted (optional)
FOR THE MUFFINS
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
8tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Steps:

  • 1. Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Generously grease a 12-cup muffin tin. 2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, stir together the apples, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 4 tablespoons butter and pinch salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender, about 15 minutes. Distribute the apple slices among the muffin cups. Add walnuts, if using, on top of the apple slices. 3. To make the muffins, in a large bowl, whisk together flour, 3/4 cup brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon salt. 4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 4 tablespoons butter, eggs, sour cream and vanilla. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and fold together until smooth. Distribute the batter on top of the apples. Bake until the muffins are slightly puffed, about 20 to 22 minutes. 5. Allow the muffins to cool partly in the pan; turn onto a platter and serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Prep Your Ingredients: Before you start baking, measure and prep all of your ingredients. This will help ensure that you have everything you need and that your muffins turn out perfectly.
  • Use Fresh Apples: Fresh apples will give your muffins the best flavor. If you can, use a variety of apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter will make your muffins tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Fill the Muffin Tins Properly: Fill the muffin tins about 2/3 full. This will help prevent the muffins from overflowing.
  • Bake at the Right Temperature: The muffins should be baked at 350°F (175°C). This will help ensure that they bake evenly.
  • Test for Doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin. If it comes out clean, the muffins are done.
  • Let the Muffins Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Store Properly: Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the muffins for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Caramel apple muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With their soft and fluffy texture, sweet and tangy filling, and crunchy caramel topping, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone. Whether you're making them for a special occasion or just as a snack, these muffins are sure to please. So next time you're craving something sweet, give this recipe a try!

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