Description
Apple Fritter Muffins are a delightful treat that combine the cozy flavors of apple fritters with the light, fluffy texture of muffins. With chunks of tender apples, a hint of cinnamon, and a glaze that gives just the right amount of sweetness, these muffins are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even a dessert. They’re everything you love about apple fritters, without the frying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work great, peeled, cored, and diced)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1–2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and dice apples into small chunks. Toss them with cinnamon and a sprinkle of sugar.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and melted butter.
- Mix the Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the spiced apples.
- Fill the Muffin Tin: Spoon batter into a greased or lined muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Glaze the Muffins: Whisk powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze. Drizzle over warm muffins.
Notes
- Use fresh, tart apples (Granny Smith) for a balance of sweetness and tang.
- The glaze can be omitted for a less sweet muffin.
- For extra flavor, add chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) or dried cranberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 220-250
- Sugar: 18-22g
- Sodium: 120-150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg