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Nothing says “fall” like the warm, comforting aroma of apple crumb muffins fresh from the oven. With their tender, spiced centers and sweet, crunchy tops, these muffins are the perfect cozy treat to enjoy on a crisp morning or to share with loved ones.
Fall In Love With These Apple Crumb Muffins
Apple crumb muffins hold a special place in my heart, especially during the cozy fall months when the air is crisp, and the leaves crunch underfoot. The combination of fresh apples, a hint of cinnamon, and a delicate brown sugar crumble takes me back to baking with my mom and fills my kitchen with nostalgia and the scent of cinnamon apples.
These muffins are light, fluffy, and perfect for any time of day, whether it’s breakfast with a hot cup of coffee or a sweet afternoon treat. Every bite feels like a warm hug, making them a favorite in our home and they’re sure to become one in yours too!
Ingredients You Need
Find the complete recipe card below with measurements and full instructions.
Let’s Make Some Apple Crumb Muffins
- In a medium size bowl add the butter and light brown sugar, then cream together. Next, stir in the eggs and vanilla extract.
- Add in the flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir this together, slowly adding in the milk until the batter is combined.
- Finally, fold in the diced up apple into the muffin batter.
- In a small bowl combine the ingredients for the crumb topping, the flour, light brown sugar and cinnamon. Pour in the melted butter and stir until large crumbs form.
- Spoon the apple muffin batter into liners placed in a muffin tin. Then, sprinkle the crumb topping on the top of the batter. Bake these in a 375℉ degree oven for 30-35 minutes until baked through and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Storage & Serving
Store these muffins at room temperature in a sealed container for up to 4 days.
When you’re ready to enjoy one I recommend heating it up, slicing it open, and slathering with some salted butter.
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Apple Crumb Muffins
Ingredients
Muffin Batter
- ½ cup unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup milk
- 2 cups fresh granny smith apple chopped
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Crumb Topping
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅔ cup all purpose flour
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a regular size muffin tin with liners and set aside.
- In a medium size bowl add the butter and light brown sugar. Mix until combined. Stir in the eggs and vanilla extract. Add in the flour, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon. Mix until well combined. Stir in the milk. Then fold in the apple chunks.
- Spoon the muffin batter into the muffin liners until they are about ¾ full. Will make 12 muffins.
- In a small bowl combine the ingredients for the topping, stir together the light brown sugar, cinnamon and flour. Pour in the melted butter and stir until crumbles form.
- Sprinkle a spoonful of the crumbs onto the tops of the muffins.
- Bake at 375 for about 30-35 minutes, until tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes, then remove to continue cooling. Serve and enjoy! Muffins will store in a sealed container for about 3 days.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Photography by KJandCompany.co
Recipe first published August 28, 2014. Updated August 23, 2024.
I accidentally used self raising flour in the crumble! I hope they turn out okay!
I would like to try this recipe without the topping. Do you think the result will be equally delicious?
These muffins look delicious! I love apple pies, cobblers, breads, etc., so I bet I will love these as well. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Thank you so much Jodee!! You’re so sweet. I love apple anything too 🙂 so comforting.
Yummy! Thanks for the recipe. But I have one question for you. Here: http://www.listonic.com/protips/get/fyvxubpnys I’ve read that instead of butter, you can use applesauce in baking. Do you think it would work for your recipe?
Hi Paula! Thanks so much 🙂 And yes, I have absolutely used applesauce when making cupcakes before. It does change the texture so keep that in mind. I don’t know how the applesauce would do in this recipe. I’ve never subbed with applesauce while using greek yogurt in the same recipe. It’s something to try though! If you try it out let me know what happens!
Oh my gosh Serene, these muffins look gorgeous! I love fall flavors and apple treats and am totally drooling over all that streusel – my absolute favorite! So pretty – pinning 🙂
Thank you so much Kelly!! You’re so sweet 🙂
These definitely look yummier than bread, must be all the sweetness on top. I do miss the tree (free apples).
Thanks so much Mom 🙂
I love apples, this recipe is not only easy but looks yummy! Pinned!
Thank you so much Cathy! They are very easy, and definitely yummy 🙂 Thanks for the pin!
Yummmmm! These muffins look amazing! All that strudel has me drooling on my keyboard. Pinned!
Thanks so much Lindsey! Thanks for the pin 🙂
Is it really 14 cups of sugar?
Hi Summer! Oh my goodness NO! That’s a typo. Thanks so much for pointing that out. I corrected it, it’s 1/4 cup sugar. Thanks again, and have a good evening!
Yay! Thanks so much. Can’t wait to try these.