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- 2 cups all-purpose flour - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed - 1 tablespoon baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted - 2 large eggs - 1 cup milk (whole or 2% recommended) - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1 1/2 cups diced apples (peeled and cored) - 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) - Cinnamon sugar topping (optional)

Fluffy Cinnamon Apple Muffins

Indulge in the cozy goodness of homemade fluffy cinnamon apple muffins! This easy recipe combines tender apples and warm cinnamon, delivering a delightful balance of sweetness and spice that's perfect for breakfast or a snack. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can create light and flavorful muffins that will impress family and friends. Treat yourself to a batch and fill your home with the inviting aroma of fresh baking!
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ cup granulated sugar

½ cup brown sugar, packed

1 tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1 large egg

½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled

¾ cup milk (any type)

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 large apple (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and diced

Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Optional: Extra cinnamon sugar for topping (1 tbsp sugar mixed with ½ tsp cinnamon)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.

      Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the egg. Then, add the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth and combined.

        Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.

          Fold in Apples and Nuts: Gently fold in the diced apple and, if using, the chopped walnuts or pecans. Make sure the apple is evenly distributed throughout the batter.

            Fill Muffin Tin: Using a spoon or an ice cream scoop, fill each muffin cup about ¾ full with the batter. If desired, sprinkle the tops with the cinnamon sugar mixture for an extra sweet crunch.

              Bake the Muffins: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the muffins are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

                Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

                  Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 35 minutes | 12 muffins