Ingredients
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For the Batter
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1 cup packed light Brown Sugar
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2 teaspoons ground Cinnamon
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1 large Apples
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½ cup Canola Oil
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½ cup Granulated Sugar
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2 large Egg
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1 cup Sour Cream
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2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
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3 cups all-purpose Flour
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1 tablespoon Baking Powder
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1 teaspoon ground Nutmeg
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¾ teaspoon Salt
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Nonstick cooking spray (optional)
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For the Topping
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3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
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¼ cup Granulated Sugar
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2 tablespoons all-purpose Flour
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2 teaspoons ground Cinnamon
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For the Glaze (Optional)
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½ cup Powdered Sugar
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1 tablespoon Milk
Directions
These muffins are sure to make anyone’s day just a little brighter. They have all the goodness of a snickerdoodle cookie baked into a muffin. The chunks of apples and cinnamon in every bite are a treat. Enjoy them at breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or as dessert.
Steps
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Make the BatterIn a medium bowl, stir together ¼ cup of the brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon of the cinnamon. Stir in the apple cubes and set aside. |
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In a large bowl, using a hand mixer, beat together the oil, granulated sugar, and the remaining ¾ cup brown sugar until combined. Add the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla and mix until smooth. |
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, nutmeg, the remaining 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and the salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined. Fold in the cinnamon apples. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes. |
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Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line two muffin tins with paper liners or spray with nonstick cooking spray. |
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Make the ToppingIn a small bowl, using a fork, stir together the topping ingredients until the mixture is crumbly. Don’t overmix. Set aside. |
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Using a large ice cream scoop or spoon, fill the muffin cups almost to the top. Sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of the topping over each muffin. |
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Bake for 5 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 375°F and bake for 11 to 13 minutes more. Insert a toothpick into the center of a muffin to make sure it comes out clean. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes. |
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Make the Glaze (Optional)In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk. Drizzle on top. |
