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Apple Butter Swirl Muffins

Apple Butter Swirl Muffins for a Cozy Morning Boost

Apple Butter Swirl Muffins are a quick and delicious breakfast option, perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffins
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used for added health benefits.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Check for freshness.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar is a great substitute.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra depth.
  • 3/4 cup Milk Use almond or oat milk for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil adds rich flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with a flax egg for vegan.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Apple Butter Homemade is best for flavor.
For the Apple Butter Swirl
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be swapped.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Extra warmth.
For the Streusel Topping
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat can add nutty flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut variety can be used.
  • 1/4 cup Cold Butter Essential for a flaky streusel.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • fork

Method
 

Steps to Prepare
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare muffin tin with liners or grease.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix milk, oil, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Gently fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients without overmixing.
  5. Mix apple butter with brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  6. Combine flour, brown sugar, cold butter, cinnamon, and salt for streusel topping until crumbly.
  7. Spoon muffin batter into tin, add apple butter mixture, and swirl with a toothpick.
  8. Sprinkle the streusel topping onto each muffin and bake for 20-22 minutes.
  9. Allow muffins to cool in tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 160mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize muffins with more spices or dietary alternatives as desired.

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