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Apple muffins have long held a special place in the hearts and homes of bakers and food lovers alike. Combining the natural sweetness of apples with the comforting texture of a muffin, they are a versatile treat that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. Whether served warm with a pat of butter at breakfast or enjoyed as a wholesome snack in the afternoon, apple muffins offer a delightful balance of flavor and nutrition. Among the myriad of apple muffin recipes available, the Crunchy Apple Oat Muffins stand out for their unique combination of health benefits, texture, and ease of preparation.

Apple Oat Muffins with Crunchy Topping

Discover the joy of baking with these Crunchy Apple Oat Muffins, a delicious blend of wholesome ingredients that are perfect for any time of day. With rolled oats, fresh apples, and a delightful crunchy topping, these muffins strike a wonderful balance between taste and nutrition. Easy to make, they can serve as a healthy breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a sweet dessert. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of home-baked goodness in every bite!
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Ingredients
  

For the Muffins:

1 cup rolled oats

1 cup buttermilk (or non-dairy milk)

1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)

1/2 cup brown sugar, packed

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/2 cups diced apples (about 2 medium apples)

For the Crunchy Topping:

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/4 cup almond flour (or any nut flour)

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

3 tablespoons melted butter (or coconut oil)

1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it with cooking spray.

    Prepare Oat Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and buttermilk. Let this mixture sit for about 5-10 minutes to soften the oats.

      Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the applesauce, vegetable oil, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the oat mixture. Whisk until everything is well blended.

        Prepare Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

          Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix. Gently fold in the diced apples.

            Make Crunchy Topping: In a separate small bowl, mix the oats, almond flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, melted butter, and chopped nuts together until crumbly.

              Fill Muffin Cups: Divide the muffin batter evenly among the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full. Sprinkle the crunchy topping generously over each muffin.

                Bake: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

                  Cool and Serve: Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious Apple Oat Muffins with Crunchy Topping warm or at room temperature!

                    Prep Time, Total Time, Servings:

                      15 minutes | 30 minutes | 12 muffins