These apple spice muffins are the perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors, with a moist and fluffy texture that will make them a favorite for breakfast or as a snack. Loaded with chunks of fresh apples and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these muffins are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped apples
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped apples and walnuts, if using.
- Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious apple spice muffins warm or at room temperature!
