Delicious Apple Muffins Topped with Pecan Crumble
Tired of baking the same old boring muffins? Try this easy yet sophisticated Apple Muffins recipe with a tasty Pecan Streusel topping, perfect for your next brunch, picnic, or potluck.
Yield: 12 muffins
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Active Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
Pecan Streusel Topping- 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon- 2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter (1/4 stick), cut into 8 pieces
Apple Muffins- 2 cups all-purpose flour- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda- 1/2 teaspoon salt- 2 large eggs, at room temperature- 3/4 cup vegetable oil- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar- 1/2 cup granulated sugar- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract- 2 cups peeled, medium-dice Granny Smith apples (about 2 medium apples)
Instructions
Pecan Streusel Topping
- In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, pecans, flour, and cinnamon, then stir to distribute evenly.
- Add the cold butter pieces and, using your fingers, pinch the butter into the pecan mixture until only small, pea-sized pieces remain. Set the streusel aside in the refrigerator.
Apple Muffins
- Prepare a 12-well muffin pan with liners; set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and set aside.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs, oil, sugars, and vanilla until the eggs are broken up and the mixture is well combined.
- Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir until flour is just incorporated and no white streaks remain. Do not overmix. Fold in the diced apples and stir just until evenly distributed.
- Fill the muffin pan with batter, smoothing the top of each muffin.
- Remove the streusel from the refrigerator and evenly sprinkle it over the top of the muffins, then gently press it into the batter.
- Bake the muffins in an oven preheated to 350°F for about 45 minutes or until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the muffins from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Remove the muffins from the pan and let them cool for another 30 minutes before serving.
Insights
The recipe for these mini Apple Quick Breads with a Pecan Streusel is inspired by a peach pie recipe that's been remixed with a new apple twist. You can find the peach pie recipe in our collection of delightful desserts. To bake the perfect apple muffins with a crunchy pecan topping, remember to chill the streusel topping before using it. For a balanced flavor, you can use a mix of sweet and tart apple varieties. Finally, store the cooled muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for several days or freeze them for up to two months. Happy baking!
- For a unique twist on traditional muffins, consider the recipe's uncategorized variation of Apple Muffins with a crispy Pecan Streusel topping, a refreshing option for your upcoming brunches, picnics, or potlucks.
- Pay attention when preparing the Pecan Streusel topping, as the recipe asks for you to think ahead by chilling it in the refrigerator before use, ensuring a delightful crunch texture upon baking.
- While baking these irresistible Apple Muffins, remember to credit the original inspiration behind the recipe - a peach pie recipe - which has been reimagined with an apple twist found in our collection of assorted desserts.
- Before serving the baked apple muffins, allow them to cool for at least 45 minutes to let the lumps from the apples soften and the flavors to blend, creating a perfect balance in terms of both nutrition and taste.
