Apple Butter Swirl Muffins That Will Elevate Your Mornings
Delightful Apple Butter Swirl Muffins are the perfect way to elevate your mornings with their rich flavors and inviting aroma. These muffins blend the comforting taste of apple butter with warm spices, creating a breakfast treat that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Ideal for family gatherings, brunches with friends, or a cozy snack for yourself, these muffins are versatile and can be enjoyed at any time of day. With whole wheat flour and natural sugars, they offer a healthier twist without sacrificing flavor. Plus, they store well, allowing you to make them ahead of busy mornings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat pastry flour)
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup milk
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup apple butter
- For the swirl topping: 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup flour
- 0.25 cup cold butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare muffin tin.
- In one bowl, mix dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together wet ingredients: milk, oil, egg, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures until just combined; gently fold in apple butter.
- Prepare swirl topping by mixing brown sugar, flour, and cold butter until crumbly.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter; sprinkle swirl topping on top.
- Bake for about 22 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg