Best 6 Moist Apple Muffins Recipes

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Moist apple muffins are a delightful treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack. They are made with simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen, and they are easy to make. With their tender crumb and sweet, cinnamony flavor, these muffins are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this article will provide you with the best recipe to make moist apple muffins that will tantalize your taste buds.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE MUFFINS RECIPE



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Any day that starts with these tender Apple Muffins is bound to be a good one. One of the best things about these muffins is their texture; one test kitchen professional said they "aren't so soft they will fall apart, but they are almost cake-like in their softness." Not only would these sweet, soft muffins be an easy grab-and-go breakfast, but you can also make a batch for afternoon coffee or tea with the girls or to welcome a new family to the neighborhood. This recipe makes 12 muffins, so depending on the occasion and how many visitors you have, you might need to make more. Although the recipe calls for Fuji, our test kitchen professionals agreed that any apple variety works. A tip from the test kitchen: Don't over-work these muffins-they only need mixing until it is just combined, which helps keep them super soft. Begin the fall season with these fresh Apple Muffins and a warm apple cider. Is there such thing as too many apples? We don't think so. It's time for fall, y'all.

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Categories     Apple

Time 55m

Yield Makes 12 Muffins

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups diced Fuji apple (from 1 [8- to 9-oz.] apple)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup salted butter, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 12- cup muffin pan with cooking spray or line with baking liners.
  • Place apple and granulated sugar in a medium bowl; toss to coat, and let stand 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
  • Stir milk, melted butter, vanilla, and eggs into apple mixture; add to flour mixture, stirring until just combined. Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups.
  • Bake in preheated oven until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean, 18 to 19 minutes. Cool in pan 5 minutes; remove muffins to a wire rack, and let cool 15 minutes to serve warm. Or let cool to room temperature.

STAY-MOIST APPLE MUFFINS!



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Recipe VIDEO above. These muffins are a miracle - they stay moist for 4 to 5 days!! KEY TIP: Do not over mix batter (causes dry muffin), stir until flour is just incorporated, few lumps is fine. This recipe will work with cup measures regardless of which country you are in, with the exception of Japan - please use weights provided.

Provided by Nagi

Categories     Baking

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 level cups apple pieces (peeled) (, 0.7 cm / 1/3" cubes (2 large apples, I use red))
1 tbsp melted butter (, for muffin tim (or use paper liners))
115g / 0.5 cup unsalted butter (, melted (1 stick))
1 cup (200g) brown sugar (, packed)
2/3 cup (165 ml) milk ((low fat, full fat, non dairy also fine))
1 large egg ((approx 60g / 2 oz))
1 tsp white vinegar ((or any other clear vinegar))
2 cups (300g) wholemeal flour ((wholewheat flour)(white also ok, Note 1))
1 tsp baking soda (bi carb) ((NOT baking powder))
1 tsp cinnamon powder
Pinch salt
2 tbsp raw sugar ((demerara sugar - large granules))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200C/390F.
  • Brush a 12 hole, standard muffin tin with melted butter, or line with paper cases. (Note 3)
  • Place butter and brown sugar in a bowl, whisk to combine.
  • Add milk, then egg and vinegar. Whisk to combine.
  • Scatter flour across batter surface, followed by baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Whisk 10 times until the flour is incorporated - some lumps is fine.
  • Stir through apple -minimum stirs just to disperse.
  • Scoop batter into muffin tin - I use an ice cream scoop - filling it all the way to the top. If using a scooper, leave it the slight ball shape (see video) - don't smooth the top. You should get 12 (see Note 3).
  • Sprinkle with sugar (if using - makes surface slightly crispy), place muffins in the oven.
  • Immediately turn down to 180C/350F.
  • Bake for 20 minutes (standard) or 18 minutes (fan / convection) , or until a skewer comes out clean.
  • Rest in the muffin tin for 5 minutes then transfer to a rack to cool.
  • Once fully cooled, store in an airtight container - it will stay moist for up to 5 days. These also freeze very well.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 103 g, Calories 253 kcal

MOIST APPLE MUFFINS



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You don't have to settle for fast food when you're on the go this holiday season. These sweet apple muffins are a great snack anytime, and they make a tasty take-along for the busy days leading up to Christmas. -Jeanne Sherry, Putnam Valley, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-3/4 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1-1/3 cups buttermilk
2-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1-3/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped peeled apples
1 medium apple, peeled and cut into 24 slices
TOPPING:
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons cold butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the buttermilk. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; add to butter mixture just until moistened. Fold in chopped apples. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups three-fourths full. Place sliced apples over batter. For topping, combine the flour, brown sugar and cinnamon; cut in butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over tops., Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

JUMBO FLUFFY WALNUT APPLE MUFFINS



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A large fluffy muffin with a sweet buttery topping. My jumbo muffin tins hold 1 cup per muffin, so this is scaled for my tins.

Provided by Jen Graham

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Muffin Recipes     Apple Muffin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup butter
1 ¼ cups white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup milk
2 cups peeled, cored and sliced apples
½ cup walnuts
¼ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter, cubed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat top and insides of jumbo muffin pan with cooking spray, or line with muffin papers.
  • In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup butter, 1 1/4 cups sugar, vanilla, and salt until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at time. Mix together the 1 3/4 cups of flour, baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Stir in the flour mixture alternately with the milk, mixing just until incorporated. Fold in apples and walnuts. Scoop into muffin cups to fill 3/4 full. Lightly sprinkle the tops with cinnamon crumble.
  • To make Cinnamon Crumble: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup white sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, and 2 tablespoons cubed butter. Mix together using a pastry blender, or two butter knives. The crumble topping should resemble small peas.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until tops are golden brown, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If they are browning too quickly, cover with tin foil. Remove from pans, and cool on wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 634.7 calories, Carbohydrate 89.7 g, Cholesterol 114.5 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 483.1 mg, Sugar 55.8 g

SUPER MOIST APPLE PIE MUFFINS WITH GRAHAM TOPPING



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This is not a dieter's muffin. It is SUPER moist apple pie muffin. This recipe is a twist on existing apple muffin recipes with a delicious graham topping. Compare these ingredients to the other apple muffins. This recipe will produce apple pie type muffins.

Provided by JOY1998

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 20m

Yield 30 muffins, 28-32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/8 cup flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/3 cup of melted butter
2 cups of diced peeled apples
1/2 cup of chopped walnuts
2 cups flour
2 cups brown sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups of melted margarine or 1 1/2 cups butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Topping:.
  • Mix flour, graham crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter in separate bowl.
  • Set aside.
  • Muffins:.
  • In a separate large bowl mix flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves, nutmeg and salt.
  • Mix in apples and walnuts to flour mixture.
  • In a separate bowl combine eggs, sour cream and melted butter and vanilla.
  • Add egg mixture to flour mixture and stir until mixed completely.
  • Pour into greased, muffin cups until 3/4ths full.
  • Add topping to each muffin.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes in preheated 350 degree oven. Check if they are done with toothpick.
  • Bake in preheated oven 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Use toothpick test to check if done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 24.5, Sodium 247.8, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 20.5, Protein 2.3

MOIST APPLE BREAD/MUFFINS



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I found this recipe on another website, and I thought it was so tasty. I especially like the nice addition of the cinnamon and sugar on top! I've made both a loaf and muffins out of this. The time shown is specific for the loaf. I think I baked the muffins for about 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick came out clean.

Provided by Bama Chef

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup nuts, chopped
2 cups apples, diced (~1 1/2 medium-sized)
cinnamon
sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream sugar and shortening. Add eggs.
  • Sift together baking powder, salt, flour, and baking soda. Add sugar/shortening mixture and blend.
  • Add apples, nuts, and vanilla.
  • Place in loaf pan.
  • Sprinkle cinnamon and sugar on top.
  • Bake for 1 hour.
  • Allow to cool slightly in pan before placing on a cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3287.4, Fat 150.4, SaturatedFat 33.9, Cholesterol 423, Sodium 3390.5, Carbohydrate 445, Fiber 18.9, Sugar 230.9, Protein 50.9

Tips:

  • Muffin batter should be lumpy: Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in tough muffins.
  • Use ripe apples: Ripe apples will provide more flavor and moisture to the muffins.
  • Grate the apples: Grating the apples helps them to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
  • Add nuts or spices: For additional flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger to the batter.
  • Fill the muffin cups properly: Fill the muffin cups about 2/3 full to allow for expansion during baking.
  • Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to ensure that the muffins are done baking.

Conclusion:

Moist apple muffins are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With their simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, these muffins are perfect for bakers of all skill levels. By following the tips and tricks provided in this article, you can create moist and flavorful apple muffins that will be a hit with your family and friends. So grab your ingredients and preheat your oven, it's time to bake some delicious apple muffins!

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