As the crisp autumn air settles in, our kitchens transform into spaces of warmth, comfort, and creativity. Fall is the perfect season to embrace seasonal ingredients; think rich squashes, crisp apples, earthy root vegetables, and fragrant spices. Cooking with these ingredients not only enhances flavor but also brings the cozy spirit of fall to your table.
At Charlie Johns, you’ll always find a wide variety of seasonal produce to suit every mood. Whether you’re whipping up hearty butternut squash soup, baking spiced apple muffins, or roasting root vegetables to perfection, these dishes celebrate the abundance of autumn. In this article, we’re sharing an easy recipe for delicious apple muffins, so that you can bring the taste of autumn right to your table!
Easy Apple Cinnamon Coffee Cake Muffins
These muffins combine the comforting flavors of apple cinnamon coffee cake with the convenience of a cake mix. They’re moist, flavorful, and perfect for showcasing seasonal ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1 box yellow or white cake mix (Duncan Hines recommended)
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream (full fat for best texture)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
For the Streusel Topping:
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two 12-cup muffin tins with paper liners.
- Prepare the Apples: In a small bowl, toss the chopped apples with lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of flour to coat. This helps prevent the apples from sinking during baking.
- Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, oil, pumpkin pie spice, eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended. Gently fold in the prepared apples.
- Fill the Muffin Tins: Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in the softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the streusel topping evenly over each muffin.
- Bake: Place the muffin tins in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the muffins to cool in the pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Embrace the season, gather your ingredients, and let your kitchen be filled with the warmth of fall. Count on Charlie Johns for all your fall recipe needs – stop in and see what we have in store for you!