Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Apple Pumpkin Streusel Muffins. Perfectly soft and moist, these muffins are made from a delightful blend of pumpkin puree and fresh apple chunks, accented with warm spices. Topped with a buttery apple streusel, they offer a satisfying crunch that complements their tender texture. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet treat throughout the day, these small-batch muffins are quick to prepare and easy to customize based on your pantry staples. Enjoy the essence of autumn in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons light brown sugar
- 5 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh apple, diced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and sugars for the muffin base.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and diced apples until smooth.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fill muffin cups two-thirds full with batter and top with streusel mixture made from flour, cold butter, sugars, cinnamon, and reserved apples.
- Bake for about 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling slightly before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin (50g)
- Calories: 176
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg