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To create the perfect batch of Easy Cinnamon Apple Donut Muffins, it’s essential to understand the key ingredients that contribute to their delightful texture and flavor. Each component plays a significant role in ensuring your muffins are just right.

Easy Cinnamon Apple Donut Muffins

Dive into fall with these Easy Cinnamon Apple Donut Muffins! The perfect blend of warm cinnamon and fresh apples creates a delightful treat for any time of day. Simple to make with pantry staples, this recipe caters to everyone, whether you're a novice or an expert baker. Enjoy these muffins for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, and savor the comforting flavors of autumn. Get your recipe now and add joy to your baking! #CinnamonMuffins #FallBaking #AppleDonutMuffins #EasyRecipes #AutumnTreats
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Ingredients
  

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

½ tsp salt

1 tsp ground cinnamon

½ cup granulated sugar

½ cup brown sugar, packed

1 large egg

½ cup unsweetened applesauce

½ cup milk

¼ cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup finely chopped apples (about 1 medium apple)

¼ cup granulated sugar (for topping)

1 tsp ground cinnamon (for topping)

Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard muffin tin or line with paper liners.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1 tsp ground cinnamon. Set aside.

      Combine Sugars and Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and egg until well combined. Add the applesauce, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

        Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix! Gently fold in the chopped apples (and nuts if using).

          Fill Muffin Tins: Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.

            Mix Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the remaining ¼ cup sugar and 1 tsp cinnamon for the topping.

              Sprinkle Topping: Before baking, generously sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the muffin batter in each cup.

                Bake: Bake in preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

                  Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                    Serve: Enjoy your Easy Cinnamon Apple Donut Muffins warm or at room temperature!

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