Apple Cinnamon Greek Yogurt Muffins Recipe
These Apple Cinnamon Greek Yogurt Muffins are moist, flavorful, and packed with fresh diced apples and a warm hint of cinnamon. Made with Greek yogurt for a tender crumb and a boost of protein, these muffins are a perfect breakfast or snack option that combines wholesome ingredients with comforting flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 muffins 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (240g) Greek yogurt
- ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups peeled and diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the muffins by the time your batter is mixed.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined to distribute the leavening and spices evenly.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until the mixture becomes smooth and homogenous.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold them together to avoid overmixing. Then fold in the peeled and diced apples, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into a muffin tin lined or greased, filling each cup about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 22 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a muffin; it should come out clean.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice contrast to the sweet batter.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the muffins light and tender.
- Baking time may vary slightly depending on your oven, so check muffins a few minutes before the indicated time.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For added texture, consider folding in ½ cup chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans.
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