Apple Spiced Pumpkin Muffins

The cozy fall treat you need 🍂

As the crisp air of fall settles in, there’s nothing better than filling your kitchen with the comforting smells of apples, spices, and pumpkins. This Apple Spiced Pumpkin Muffin recipe takes a classic fall flavor—pumpkin—and gives it a delicious twist with apple cider and a crunchy crumble topping. Topped with a sweet glaze, these muffins are the perfect cozy treat for breakfast or dessert!

🍏🍁 What You'll Need

For the Muffins:

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 cup butter, softened

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 15 oz pumpkin purée (canned or homemade)

• 1 cup apple cider (this adds a unique depth of flavor!)

• 1 cup whole wheat flour

• 1 cup white flour

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp allspice

• 1 tsp pumpkin pie seasoning

• 1 tsp baking soda

• Pinch of salt

For the Crumble Topping:

• 3 tbsp melted butter

• 1/2 cup flour

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

For the Glaze:

• 1 tbsp butter, melted

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tbsp milk

📝 Directions

1. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it well.

2. Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the wet ingredients: eggs, softened butter, sugar, pumpkin purée, and apple cider. Mix until smooth and well-combined.

3. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a separate, medium-sized bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, white flour, cinnamon, allspice, pumpkin pie seasoning, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.

4. Mix Wet & Dry Ingredients: Gradually pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and well-incorporated.

5. Prepare the Crumble: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, flour, cinnamon, and brown sugar until it forms a crumbly texture. This will add a delicious, crunchy topping to your muffins.

6. Assemble the Muffins: Fill each muffin cup about 2/3 full with the batter. Generously sprinkle the crumble mixture over the top of each one.

7. Bake to Perfection: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Make the Glaze: While the muffins are baking, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and slightly runny.

9. Cool & Drizzle: Once your muffins are baked, allow them to cool completely before drizzling the glaze over the top. The sweet glaze takes these muffins to the next level!

🍁 Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Apple Cider Magic: The apple cider adds a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor that perfectly complements the pumpkin and spices.

• Crumble Topping: This cinnamon-sugar crumble creates a crunchy contrast to the soft, moist muffins.

• Perfect for Fall: Whether you’re baking these for a cozy breakfast, a holiday brunch, or just because, the warm spices and pumpkin flavor make these muffins ideal for fall.

🧁 Tips for Success:

• Use fresh apple cider: If you can, use fresh apple cider for the richest flavor. It brings out the natural sweetness of the pumpkin.

• Don’t overmix the batter: Overmixing can lead to dense muffins, so mix just until the ingredients are combined.

• Make extra crumble! Who doesn’t love a generous amount of topping? Feel free to double the crumble recipe if you’re a big fan of that sugary crunch.

Enjoy these Apple Spiced Pumpkin Muffins with a warm mug of coffee or tea, and embrace the cozy vibes of autumn! 🍂

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