Apple Butter Streusel Muffins Recipe
Introduction
Apple Butter Streusel Muffins are a cozy treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. These moist muffins combine the warm flavors of apple butter and cinnamon with a crunchy streusel topping for a delightful texture contrast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup apple butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Step 3: In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add the apple butter and melted butter, mixing until smooth.
- Step 4: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Step 5: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Step 6: Prepare the streusel topping by combining 1/2 cup flour, 1/3 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cold butter (cut into small pieces), and a pinch of cinnamon. Mix until crumbly.
- Step 7: Sprinkle the streusel mixture generously over each muffin.
- Step 8: Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
- Step 9: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips & Variations
- Use crisp apples finely chopped in the batter for added texture and fresh apple flavor.
- Swap apple butter for pumpkin butter in the fall for a seasonal twist.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, into the streusel for extra crunch.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and tender.
Storage
Store the muffins in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature and warm briefly in the microwave before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade apple butter for this recipe?
Yes, homemade apple butter works wonderfully and can add a personalized flavor to the muffins.
How do I make the streusel topping?
The streusel is made by mixing flour, sugar, cold butter, and cinnamon until crumbly. This mixture is sprinkled on top of the muffins before baking to create a sweet, crunchy crust.
PrintApple Butter Streusel Muffins Recipe
These Apple Butter Streusel Muffins are moist and flavorful, featuring a sweet apple butter-infused batter topped with a cinnamon-sugar streusel. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy snack, they combine the warmth of cinnamon with the tender crumb of a classic muffin.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Muffin Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup apple butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Streusel Topping
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Prepare the Streusel: In a small bowl, combine flour, sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside in the refrigerator.
- Mix the Muffin Batter: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then add melted butter and apple butter, mixing until smooth. Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.
- Add Streusel Topping: Generously sprinkle the streusel mixture over each muffin cup, covering the batter tops.
- Bake the Muffins: Place the muffins in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove muffins from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use unsweetened apple butter for a less sweet muffin.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender.
- For extra texture, add chopped nuts or diced apples to the batter.
- Muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Reheat muffins in the microwave for 15 seconds to enjoy warm.
Keywords: apple butter muffins, streusel muffins, cinnamon muffins, breakfast muffins, sweet muffins
