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As the leaves turn golden and the air becomes crisp, there’s no better way to embrace the essence of autumn than with the warm, inviting flavors of apple and cinnamon. The combination of sweet, juicy apples and aromatic cinnamon brings to mind cozy evenings, family gatherings, and the magic of fall baking. This recipe for Irresistible Moist Apple Cinnamon Muffins is not just a treat for your taste buds; it encapsulates all the comfort and nostalgia that the season has to offer.

Irresistible Moist Apple Cinnamon Muffins for Fall

Fall in love with these Irresistible Moist Apple Cinnamon Muffins! Perfectly spiced and packed with fresh apples, they make a cozy breakfast or snack. Made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, and buttery goodness, these muffins are easy to whip up in just 35 minutes. Top them with a delightful cinnamon and brown sugar crunch for an extra treat. They're sure to warm your heart and home this season. Bake a batch today!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tablespoon of vinegar)

2 cups peeled and diced apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

½ cup packed brown sugar (for topping)

1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch

Instructions
 

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly.

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

      In another bowl, combine the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk. Beat until the mixture is smooth.

        Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, gently folding until just combined. Be careful not to overmix – some lumps are okay.

          Fold in the diced apples, and if using, the chopped walnuts or pecans.

            In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar with the tablespoon of cinnamon to create a topping mixture.

              Spoon the muffin batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Sprinkle the brown sugar cinnamon topping generously over each muffin.

                Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

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

                    Enjoy your Irresistible Moist Apple Cinnamon Muffins warm or at room temperature, perfect for a cozy fall day!

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