Apple Pie Muffin

Apple Pie Muffins are Muffins inspired by the classic apple pie combining the sweet taste and aroma of cinnamon typical of autumn. This cake combines the soft texture and fresh taste of apples, as well as the aromatic spices that we often find in traditional apple pie. Because it comes in muffin form, making it practical to enjoy at any time.

If you want to eat a cake that is practical and very easy to make, this is the right choice. This is a typical European cake. Making Apple Pie Muffins only requires 20 minutes of preparation time and 30 minutes of cooking time. With ingredients available in supermarkets. Serving this cake is suitable as a dessert.

Description of This Cake

Apple Pie Muffin comes as a combination of Muffin and Pie. This Muffin combines the soft texture of a Muffin with the distinctive taste of apple pie. A mixture of fresh apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar gives these Muffins a unique kick, making them perfect as a fall or winter cake. With a soft texture inside and a crunchy topping on top, this snack provides an unforgettable taste experience for Muffin and apple pie lovers.

The important ingredients in this cake that must be used are apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, all-purpose flour, milk, vanilla extract, baking powder, salt, and others.

Several steps to make this snack are preparing the ingredients, mixing the wet and dry ingredients a little bit, adding apples, making Streusel topping, and the process of baking muffins.

Tips for Cooking This Cake

Here are some tips for cooking this delicious and creamy treat with the perfect apple flavor.

Choose the right apple: Use a type of apple that is slightly tart and has a texture that remains crisp when baked, such as Granny Smith or Fuji, because this type of apple not only adds a fresh sour taste but also doesn’t crumble easily in the muffin dough.

Cut the apple into even sizes: The reason for cutting the apple into small, even sizes like this is so that each bite of the muffin has the right amount of apple pieces. Pieces that are too large can cause the muffins to cook less evenly.

Use aromatic spices: Add spices such as cinnamon and a little vanilla to give the apple pie its distinctive aroma. These spices add depth of flavor and make the muffins richer and more aromatic. If you like, you can also add a little ground ginger for a stronger touch of warmth.

Add Streusel topping for crispy texture: Sprinkle over Muffins before baking to create a crunchy layer on top. The streusel adds texture and deliciousness to Muffins. Besides that, gives a more attractive appearance to Muffin.

Baking and Serving Process

Check the Muffins with a toothpick: To make sure the Muffins are cooked perfectly, use a toothpick or stick to check. Poke it into the center of the Muffin, if it comes out clean or there are just a few soft crumbs, the Muffin is done. If it’s still wet, bake for a few more minutes and check again.

Don’t leave the Muffins in the pan for too long: Once cooked, remove the Muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes. After that, move the Muffins to a cooling rack so that the bottom of the Muffins doesn’t get damp.

Serve warm or reheat: This cake is best eaten warm, especially with a spread of butter or ice cream. Muffins that have been stored can be reheated in the oven briefly to restore their texture.

The Texture of Apple Pie Muffin

Soft and Moist Inside 

This Muffin has a soft and moist inside because of the butter or oil content and the natural moisture from the apple. The soft texture makes these Muffins easy to chew and gives a melt-in-the-mouth sensation.

Slightly Dense but Soft

The inside of the Muffin is not too hollow, but dense and soft. This gives a feeling of fullness while making it easier for the Muffin to stay intact when cut or bitten.

Crunchy Streusel Topping

This cake is of course often topped with streusel. This streusel provides a crunchy layer on the top of the Muffin, adding a sweet taste with a slightly savory and crumbly texture that complements the soft texture of the Muffin on the inside.

The Specialty of This Cake

Because this cake is special, you have to know why. Here are some points that make this snack special.

Apple Pie Flavor Combination in Muffin Form

This cake combines the classic flavors of sweet, tart apple pie in addition to a hint of cinnamon spice in a convenient Muffin form. The taste is reminiscent of warm apple pie, but in a Muffin form that is easier to enjoy.

Alluring Cinnamon Aroma

These muffins have a strong cinnamon aroma, which immediately brings to mind a warm and cozy atmosphere, especially in the fall or rainy season. Cinnamon not only enriches the aroma but also enhances the taste of apples.

Easy to Create and Flexible

This cake is easy to make at home with simple ingredients. The recipe can be adjusted to taste, for example by adding nuts or changing the flour for a gluten-free version. This makes it possible to enjoy these Muffins for various ages.

Let’s look at the recipe and of course, don’t forget to make this cake!

Ingredients of Apple Pie Muffin

Apple Filling

• 1 Granny Smith apple: Granny Smith apples have a fresh tart taste and a crunchy texture that doesn’t fall apart easily when baked, providing a contrast to the sweet taste of the muffins and keeping the apple’s texture intact.
• ½ tbsp Granulated sugar: Gives an even sweet taste.
• 1 tbsp Dark brown sugar: Gives a deep caramel flavor.
• a Squeeze of lemon ⅙ of a lemon: Add lemon juice to the apple slices to prevent browning and provide a fresh taste.
• pinch of Salt: Accentuates the sweet taste.
• ¼ tsp Cinnamon: To improve the taste of apples.
• 1½ tbsp Unsalted Butter: Adding unsalted butter is a way to balance the taste.

Batter

• ¾ cup All-purpose flour: The base ingredient in this cake dough is what gives it structure and texture. Besides that, this flour provides a balance between softness and density in Muffins.
• ⅓ cup Granulated sugar: Gives an even sweet taste throughout the dough.
• ¼ tsp Salt: To balance the taste of the dough.
• 1 tsp Baking powder: As a rising ingredient that helps Muffins rise and have a light and soft texture.
• ½ tsp Cinnamon Powder: To strengthen the taste.
• 1 Egg: As a binder for the ingredients in the dough, provides structure, and helps the dough rise and stay soft.
• ¼ cup Milk: To add softness and provide moisture to Muffins, and help create a moist texture.
• ⅙ cup Vegetable oil: Keeps muffins soft and helps retain moisture longer, so muffins don’t dry out quickly.
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract: Adds aroma and enriches the taste of Muffins. It also helps balance the cinnamon and apple aromas.

Streusel

• 1¼ tbsp Unsalted Butter: Helps form a crunchy streusel topping.
• 1⅔ tbsp Granulated sugar: Gives an even sweet taste and helps get a golden color when baked.
• 3¼ tbsp All-purpose flour: Add a crunchy layer on top of Muffins.
• ¼ tsp Cinnamon Powder: Gives an interesting texture and sweet and savory taste that contrasts with the softness of the Muffins.

How to Make Apple Pie Muffin

Apple Filling

Start by peeling your apples and cutting them into small cubes. This will ensure that they cook evenly and absorb all the flavor.

In a saucepan, combine the diced apples with the granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and ground cinnamon. After that stir well until the apples are well coated in the sweet mixture.

Then, place the pan on a low heat. Allow the mixture to simmer gently, stirring occasionally. You’ll want to cook until the caramel has reduced to a syrupy consistency, coating the apples in a delicious glaze. When ready, set the caramelized apples aside.

Batter

In a bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. After that, add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, whisking until combined.

Streusel

Mix flour, sugar, and cinnamon powder.

Then, rub the butter with the flour mixture until a crumb forms.

Assemble

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line or grease a Muffin tin with paper liners.

Start using a small ice cream scoop to scoop a scoop of batter into each Muffin tray.

Next, place a teaspoon of apples on top of the batter. Repeat this process until each Muffin pan has two layers of apples – this will give your Muffins a wonderful flavor and texture.

For the finishing touch, add a little more apple on top of each Muffin. Then, drizzle some of the syrup from the cooked apples over them, and then sprinkle with streusel for that perfect crunch.

Now, bake them in a preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the tops are nicely golden brown.

Lastly, when they’re done, let the Muffins cool before carefully removing them. And there you have it your delicious apple pie Muffins are ready to serve! Enjoy warm or at room temperature for a tasty cake.

recipe Notes

If you want the apple filling to stand out, try cutting the apples into larger pieces. Not only does this make for an eye-catching presentation, but it also enhances the apple flavor in every bite.

The key to delicious muffins is ensuring the streusel topping is perfectly golden. Keep an eye on the color as you bake; this will help you avoid undercooked or burnt areas and provide a delicious crunch.

Looking for a quicker option? You can simply chop the apples without cooking them first and mix them directly into the batter. This will give your muffins a fresh texture and natural apple flavor.

Nutrient Content

Below are details about the nutritional content of this cake.

Carbohydrates: The carbohydrates in this cake mostly come from flour, sugar, and apples. Apples add carbohydrates in the form of fiber and natural sugar.

Proteins: This cake usually contains protein, mostly from eggs and flour.

Vitamin C: Comes from apples, which helps boost the immune system and maintain healthy skin.

Serving Recommendations

Here are some serving ideas that can enhance the taste of this cake.

Yogurt

Plain yogurt provides a balance between the sweet taste of Muffins and the sourness of yogurt, as well as a refreshing creamy texture. Add a little honey or fresh fruit for a more varied taste.

Coffee

The sweet and spice-rich taste of Muffins is perfect for combining with black coffee, latte, or cappuccino. This combination produces a balanced blend of sweet and bitter flavors.

Warm or Cold Milk

Milk provides a smooth and rich taste, perfect for the soft texture of the Muffins. You can choose regular milk or plant-based milk such as almond or oat milk, which provides a naturally sweet and creamy taste.

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Apple pie muffin

Sonia Ardiana

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Course Cake, Dessert

Cuisine European

Servings 9 pcs

Ingredients

  

Apple Filling

• 1 granny smith apple
• ½ tbsp Granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp dark brown sugar
• a squeeze of lemon ⅙ of a lemon
• pinch of salt
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• 1½ tbsp Unsalted Butter

Batter

• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ⅓ cup Granulated sugar
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp Cinnamon Powder
• 1 Egg
• ¼ cup Milk
• ⅙ cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Streusel

• 1¼ tbsp Unsalted Butter
• 1⅔ tbsp Granulated sugar
• 3¼ tbsp all-purpose flour
• ¼ tsp Cinnamon Powder

Instructions

 

Apple Filling

• Start by peeling your apples and cutting them into small cubes. This will ensure that they cook evenly and absorb all the flavor.
• In a saucepan, combine the diced apples with the granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir well until the apples are well coated in the sweet mixture.
• Place the pan on a low heat. Allow the mixture to simmer gently, stirring occasionally. You'll want to cook until the caramel has reduced to a syrupy consistency, coating the apples in a delicious glaze. When ready, set the caramelised apples aside.

Batter

• In a bowl, mix together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, oil and vanilla extract. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, whisking until combined.

Streusel

• Mix flour, sugar, and cinnamon powder.
• Rub the butter with the flour mixture until a crumb forms.

Assemble

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line or grease a muffin tin with paper liners.
• Start using a small ice-cream scoop to scoop a scoop of batter into each muffin tray.
• Next, place a teaspoon of apples on top of the batter. Repeat this process until each muffin pan has two layers of apples – this will give your muffins a wonderful flavor and texture.
• For the finishing touch, add a little more apple on top of each muffin. Drizzle some of the syrup from the cooked apples over them, and then sprinkle with streusel for that perfect crunch.
• Now, bake them in a preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the tops are nicely golden brown.
• When they're done, let the muffins cool before carefully removing them. And there you have it your delicious apple pie muffins are ready to serve! Enjoy warm or at room temperature for a tasty snack.

Notes

1. If you want the apple filling to stand out, try cutting the apples into larger pieces. Not only does this make for an eye-catching presentation, but it also enhances the apple flavor in every bite.
2. The key to delicious muffins is ensuring the streusel topping is perfectly golden. Keep an eye on the color as you bake; this will help you avoid undercooked or burnt areas and provide a delicious crunch.
3. Looking for a quicker option? You can simply chop the apples without cooking them first and mix them directly into the batter. This will give your muffins a fresh texture and natural apple flavor.

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